Mosquito
Yes, Your dog can get heartworm disease, Dogs can get heartworm
disease from mosquitoes. It is the female mosquito that bites and transmits
the infection. Female mosquitoes are very tiny and can easily slip through
cracks around windows,. Every dog can be at risk, indoors or out.
The mosquito that bites your dog could be carrying this common and deadly
parasite. One bite from an infected mosquito is all it takes for your dog to
become infected. If your vet determines that your dog is free of heartworms, he will tell
you how easy prevention can be. It's important to follow your vet's
instructions; if you don't, your dog could still be at risk. Remember, to
have your dog tested.
Mosquitoes, the carriers of heartworm disease, can be found at varying
times of the year depending on the climate. Ask your vet when the best time
is to have your dog tested. Treatment is usually in tablet form which contains other treatments to
prevent intestinal worms and keep your dog flea free.
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