When they bite, mosquitoes can transmit heartworm infection. These parasites can severely and sometimes fatally damage the heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Some pets may not show any signs of infection; in those that do, symptoms can vary widely.
In dogs, signs of heartworm disease can range from coughing, fatigue, and weight loss to difficulty breathing.
Fortunately, there’s an easy way to keep your dog safe: by administering monthly heartworm preventives. Most heartworm medications also protect your pet against other parasites, such as roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms. We can recommend the best regimen of prevention for your pet.