Heartworm disease is a serious condition. It is caused by a parasite named Dirofilaria immitis. This disease mainly affects ...

Heartworm disease in dogs is a serious and potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms called Dirofilaria immitis. These worms are transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito.

Jacey Birch, Local 10′s Animal Advocate, introduced Dallas, a dog undergoing lifesaving ... which is great because heartworm disease is a very serious disease and it could kill Dallas if it ...

Are mosquito bites a problem for dogs and cats? Dr Chester says most pets won't be bothered by the bites, however the risk of heartworm disease, which is spread by mosquitoes and can be fatal ...