"Heartworm infestation" refers to a medical condition where worms enter and live in a dog's or cat's heart and nearby blood vessels. It can cause serious harm to the animal's health if not treated.
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Worse, one of the most common signs of heartworm infestation in cats is sudden death. (bethayresveterinary.com)
Depending on the severity and class of heartworm infestation in your canine the treatments can vary from specific medications designed to kill the worms, to hospitalization to remove the worms. (blog.pawedin.com)
There are now topical, oral and injection medications to prevent heartworm infestation. (dogs.lovetoknow.com)