The technical medical terminology for a heartworm is a filarial worm of the genus Dirofilaria. Generally speaking, it is a parasite transmitted by mosquitoes that affects dogs.

This is a question for your vet. Often puppies are started as early as 8-10 weeks of age, but it depends on the type of heartworm preventative to be used.

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There is no heartworm vaccination. Dogs and cats can take monthly oral preventatives to keep them from developing a heartworm infection.

No, the puppies will not be heartworm positive just because their mother or father was. However, having a heartworm positive dog around makes it much more likely that the other dogswill contract a heartworm infection if they are not kept on heartworm preventative regularly (and in the case of puppies started on it early) due to the fact that the heartworm dog serves as a reservoir from which mosquitos pick up infective heartworm larva and then they bite another dog and infect it.

Heartworm disease is present in all 50 states of the US.

Dirofilaria

No, that is highly improbable because heartworms reside in the heart rather than in the GI tract.

The scientific name for heartworm is Dirofilaria immitis.

NEVER stop giving your dog his or her heartworm preventative medication. Mosquitoes are the carriers of the heartworm and they survive all year around, such as in an old barn, in the nooks & crannies of your house, ponds, rivers, etc. Heartworm is found all year around in all states.

Heartgard chewables for dogs are effective in preventing heartworm disease by killing heartworm larvae before they can mature into adult worms. This helps protect dogs from serious health issues associated with heartworm infection, such as heart failure and organ damage. Regular use of Heartgard chewables can also save pet owners money on costly heartworm treatment.

A heart worm parasite is spread by infected mosquitos. The mosquitos are infected in warm months by the eggs of the worm, and the mosquitos bite the dogs/cats/animals to infect them with the heartworm.

It could be allergy, but could be something worse, like heartworm. Heartworm symptom is a cough, not wheezing.

No, heartworms are invertebrates and have no backbone.

Chewable heartworm medicine for dogs is convenient and easy to administer, making it more likely that pet owners will give it to their dogs regularly. This type of medication is also effective in preventing heartworm disease, which can be life-threatening if left untreated. Additionally, chewable heartworm medicine can help protect dogs from other parasites, such as intestinal worms.

Heartworms are a parasite transmitted by mosquitos.

Yes, it is still recommended that dogs be tested yearly for heartworms even if they are on a heartworm preventative because it is possible for the dog to vomit up all or a portion of the pill without the owner knowing and thus allow a window for infection. The same is true of the topical heartworm preventatives, though the concern isn't vomiting but improper application.

If your dog is heartworm positive, then he or she should be treated by your Veterinarian for the problem, if possible. Ask your Vet if it is ok. I think it is but again check with your Vet first. Mosquitoes are the carriers of heartworm. All dogs & cats should be kept on a heartworm once a month preventive year around plus a once a month flea preventative which also keeps off ticks & mosquitoes.

Heartgard Chewables are a convenient and effective way to prevent heartworm disease in dogs. The benefits include easy administration, proven effectiveness in preventing heartworm infection, and protection against other common intestinal parasites. Regular use of Heartgard Chewables can help keep your dog healthy and free from potentially serious health issues associated with heartworm disease.

unfortunately for us dog owners, it is. the disease is transmitted by mosquitos, so have your dog take anti heartworm medication before the mosquito season. better take the dog to the vet for a thorough evaluation. a dog can have heartworms but show no symptoms.

It is not advised to restart heartworm medication without a heartworm test.

One of the reasons is that if the dog is heartworm positive, the adults are in the heart and causing pathology to the heart, blood vessels, and lungs, with many of these changes causing severe, irreversible damage. The preventative does not KILL the adults so this pathology will continue.

The second major reason is that if the dog does have heartworm disease and the adult worms are producing microfilariae, when the preventative is given it will kill the microfilariae. The sudden death of the microfilariae can cause a severe anaphylactic (allergic) reaction which could be life-threatening for the pet.

If you have regularly been giving the heartworm preventative and miss a month or two, there is a risk that your dog could have been bit by a heartworm infected mosquito during that period and is now developing heartworm disease. However, the heartworm test detects the presence of adult worms and it takes a few months until the worms have reached the adult state.The adults do not start producing the microfilariae until 5-7 months post infection. So if only one or two doses were missed it would be reasonably safe to start the preventative, but be certain to check a heartworm test in 6 months or so.

The most important consideration is to stay on the preventative year round and not miss a dose. It is an easily preventable disease.

If you do miss a dose or two, check with your veterinarian and follow their recommendations for follow up heartworm testing.

It is a nematode, specifically Dirofilaria immitus.

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Yes. Vaccines do not prevent heartworm infections in dogs, so dogs who are vaccinated still need to be on a heartworm preventative.

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The recommended dosage of Heartgard for small dogs to protect against heartworm disease is 1 tablet per month.

The recommended frequency for administering Heartgard doses to ensure the effectiveness of heartworm prevention in dogs is once a month.

You should talk to your veterinarian before the next dose is due - your dog may have developed an allergy to one of the ingredients in the heartworm pill, particularly if it is one of the flavored chewable tablets. There are other heartworm preventives available and your veterinarian may recommend swapping to one of these.

There are multiple potential side effects of treating a dog for a heartworm infection - blood clots in the lungs, blood clots throughout the major blood vessels, allergic shock are the biggest concerns. In contrast, giving your dog heartworm preventative (such as HeartGard) has very few side effects and is very safe.

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Yes.

Heartworms belong to the phylum Nematoda, which consists of roundworms.

Yes, rabbits can get heartworm disease, but they are not as commonly affected as dogs and cats. The type of heartworm that infects rabbits is different from the one that affects dogs and cats. Preventative measures and regular veterinary check-ups can help protect rabbits from heartworm disease.

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Heartguard itself isn't necessary for dogs,but some form of heartworm prevention should be given monthly whether it is heartguard or a different brand. Heartworm disease is caused by mosquitos and since they're everywhere,ones pets should be on heartworm prevention. It is less expensive in the long run to prevent then it is to cure.

Heartgard Chewables are a convenient and effective way to prevent heartworm disease in pets. They are easy to administer and provide protection against heartworms, which can be a serious and potentially fatal condition. Using Heartgard Chewables regularly can help ensure your pet's health and well-being by preventing heartworm infection.

Dirofilaria immitis is a filarial organism that causes heartworm disease. It was originally thought that it could only be present in dogs, but it can also affect cats and ferrets. Regular heartworm prevention medication (such as Heartgard and Interceptor) can prevent your pet from getting heartworm disease. Heartworm Disease is treatable in dogs with injections given in the muscle to kill the heartworms, but there is currently no treatment available for cats. Humans can also be infected (however it is rare), but when they are infected it is most commonly mistaken for lung cancer because the worms show up in the lungs.

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Absolutely! It is very, very, very harmful!

I don't think so.

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Carried by mosquitoes.

Heartworm infections can't be detected with current testing methods until about 6 months of age.

If your dog is fenced or in house alot, just give the medicine, if the dog is among other dogs or runs freely, have the dog checked for heartworm. I'd give the medicine regardless.

A heart worm test usually costs between $20 and $30.

No , Harts Rid worm is for intestinal worms (like tapeworms etc.) , and Heart Guard heartworm chewable tabs are to prevent heartworms.

Heartworms are round and creamy white and can grow up to 13" long.

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These are both examples of cardiac disease in pets.

Because if the dog has heartworms and you give a preventive, it can harm or kill the dog. Preventives are not safe for a dog that already has heartworms, except in some circumstances where it was caught very early.

Dogs get heartworms through mosquito bites that carry the larvae of the heartworm parasite. Symptoms to look out for include coughing, fatigue, weight loss, and difficulty breathing. Regular testing and preventative medication can help protect your dog from heartworm disease.

Heartgard Plus chewables are a convenient and effective way to prevent heartworm disease in dogs. The benefits include protection against heartworm infection, prevention of other common intestinal parasites, ease of administration, and a tasty flavor that dogs enjoy. Regular use of Heartgard Plus can help keep your dog healthy and free from potentially serious health issues caused by heartworms.