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Heartworm Treatment for Dogs: What You Need to Know
Dr. Marty Becker takes us through the various steps involved in heartworm treatment for dogs and reminds us why it is important to focus on prevention.
http://www.vetstreet.com/dr-marty-becker/heartworm-treatment-for-dogs-what-you-need-to-know
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14 Warning Signs That Your Dog Has Heartworms - Petful
Symptoms of a heartworm infection can take months to appear. Do you know the warning signs your dog has heartworms? Read this important article now.
http://www.petful.com/pet-health/warning-signs-your-dog-has-heartworms/
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Feline Heartworm - CAPC Vet
Information about heartworm in cats.
http://www.capcvet.org/capc-recommendations/feline-heartworm
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Heartworm in Cats - Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
If you live where there are mosquitoes, your cat should be protected against heartworm, a potentially devastating parasitic infection.
http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/Health_Information/Heartworm.cfm
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Signs and Treatment for Heartworm Disease in Cats - VCA Animal Hospitals
Heartworm disease is caused by a blood-borne parasite and is potentially fatal to your cat's health. Learn the symptoms and solutions from VCA.
http://www.vcahospitals.com/main/pet-health-information/article/animal-health/heartworm-disease-in-cats/273
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Heartworm Disease in Dogs - Signs and Treatment - VCA Animal Hospitals
Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease caused by a blood-borne parasite. Learn the symptoms and treatments to keep your dog healthy.
http://www.vcahospitals.com/main/pet-health-information/article/animal-health/heartworm-disease-in-dogs/773
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ASPCA: Aging Pet Care
Most dogs enter their golden years between seven and 10 years of age, with large/giant breeds becoming seniors earlier than small breeds. Many breeds experience a graying of their coat as they age, particularly around the muzzle.
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/dog-care
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ASPCA Pet Care: Heartworm
A heartworm is a parasitic worm (Dirofilaria immitis) that lives in the heart and pulmonary arteries of an infected animal.
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/dog-care/heartworm
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Heartworms in Dogs: Facts and Myths
Heartworms in dogs are easy to prevent, but difficult, and costly, to cure. We asked Sheldon Rubin, president of the American Heartworm Society, all about heartworm infestations in dogs.
http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/guide/heartworms-in-dogs-facts-and-myths
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Dirofilaria immitis - Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia
Wikipedia's information about heartworm.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dirofilaria_immitis
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Overview of Heartworm Disease: Heartworm Disease: Merck Veterinary Manual
Heartworm disease is caused by the filarial organism, Dirofilaria immitis. At least 70 species of mosquitoes can serve as intermediate hosts; Aedes, Anopheles, and Culex are the most common genera acting as vectors.
http://www.merckvetmanual.com/mvm/circulatory_system/heartworm_disease/overview_of_heartworm_disease.html
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Keep The Worms Out Of Your Pet's Heart - The Facts About Heartworm Disease
Learn the facts about heartworm disease so you can keep your pet healthy and heartworm-free.
http://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/resourcesforyou/animalhealthliteracy/ucm188470.htm
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Heartworm Disease in Dogs
In many North American regions April is the time of the year when veterinarians begin to check dogs (and cats) for exposure to heartworm organisms that may have occurred during the previous mosquito season.
http://www.petmd.com/dog/general-health/evr_dg_heartworm_disease
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American Heartworm Society - Heartworm Basics
Founded During The Heartworm Symposium Of 1974, The American Heartworm Society Aims to further scientific progress in the study of heartworm diseass, inform the membership of new developments, encourage and help promote effective procedures for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of heartworm disease.
https://www.heartwormsociety.org/pet-owner-resources/heartworm-basics
