Factors affecting the level of risk of heartworm infection include the climate (temperature, humidity), the species of mosquitoes in the area, presence of mosquito breeding areas, and presence of animal reservoirs (infected dogs, foxes, coyotes). (vippetcare.com)
Factors affecting the level of risk of heartworm infection include the climate (temperature and humidity), the species of mosquitoes in the area, presence of mosquito breeding areas and presence of animal «reservoirs» (such as infected dogs, foxes or coyotes). (mayfairvet.com)
Texas pets have a higher risk of heartworm infection than many other states because of its hot and humid climate. (emancipet.org)