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Know more about your Pet's Biggest Enemy - Heartworms | PetCareClub

Learn about heartworms, a parasitic worm that can infect dogs and cats through mosquito bites. Heartworm disease can cause serious health problems, so prevention is key. Read on to discover the best preventive measures, symptoms, and treatment options by PetCareClub to keep your pet safe and healthy.

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Know more about your Pet's Biggest Enemy - Heartworms | PetCareClub

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  1. KNOW MORE ABOUT YOUR PET’S BIGGEST ENEMY - HEARTWORMS

  2. It contains : What are heartworms? Difference in heartworm in dogs and cats. How do pets get infected with Heartworms? Signs and Symptoms of Heartworm Infection. Treatment of Heartworms in pets

  3. What are heartworms? Heartworms are parasitic worms that can infect pets such as dogs and cats. These parasites are spread through the bites of infected mosquitoes, and they can cause serious health problems if left untreated. The adult heartworms live in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels of infected pets, where they can cause damage to these organs and lead to serious health problems, including heart failure and lung disease.

  4. Heartworm infection in dogs and cats is very different. Dogs are extremely susceptible to the infection; cats, on the other hand, are the uncommon hosts. Dogs typically show respiratory and cardiovascular symptoms, such as coughing, exercise intolerance, and heart failure. In contrast, cats may have Difference in heartworm in dogs & cats respiratory symptoms, vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss. Cats may also show no symptoms at all.

  5. How do pets get infected with Heartworms? Pets, such as dogs and cats, get infected with heartworms through the bite of an infected mosquito. The mosquito picks up tiny immature heartworms, called microfilariae, from the bloodstream of an infected animal, and when it bites another animal, it transmits the larvae to the new host. Once inside the new host, the larvae mature into adult worms in the heart and lungs, causing severe damage to these organs. Preventative measures, such as reducing exposure to mosquitoes and using monthly preventative medication, can help protect pets from heartworm infection.

  6. Here are some common signs and symptoms of heartworm infection in pets: Coughing Exercise intolerance Weight loss Breathing difficulties Reduced activity Abdominal swelling Fainting or collapsing Signs and Symptoms of Heartworm Infection It's important to note that some pets may not show any symptoms of heartworm disease, especially in the early stages of infection. If you notice any of the above symptoms in your pet, it's important to seek veterinary care promptly.

  7. Treatment of Heartworms If your pet gets infected and tests heartworm positive, your vet will recommend a course of treatment based on the severity of the infection. We offer a wide range of products, from big-name brands at the most affordable prices. Our aisle of heartworm preventive contains Nexgard Spectra, Heartgard Plus, Valueheart, and Interceptor Plus among other products. These products works effectively on your pets which prevents heartworm disease to keep your pets healthy.

  8. PetCareClub offers the best branded products online at the lowest prices ever with best quality and 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. We offer pet supplies for dogs, cats, horses, birds for their treatment of flea and tick, heartworms, wormers, joint care, skin disease treatment, and many more. Visit PetCareClub to know more. About Us

  9. THANKS Contact Us : 1-800-304-1918

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