Let’s talk about something serious this month: heartworms. As a veterinarian here in Baytown, I can tell you that heartworm disease is something we deal with far too often, and ...

A veterinarian explains what a heart murmur is in dogs and cats, the common causes (like dental disease), how it's diagnosed, ...

Nationally, the heartworm infection rate in dogs has risen each of the past five years and is now up 20% from 2013 levels, according to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, a nonprofit that ...

Heartworm isn't just a concern for dogs, Dr. Nelson said. Cats can be even more susceptible to sudden death when they contract ringworm.

Cats, on the other hand, may be at a far less risk of contracting the disease, and using the heartworm-specific medicine for them is something you should discuss with your veterinarian.

Our Pet Vet, Dr. David Visser, spoke with Jack Springgate to help us understand the risks of heartworm in cats and dogs.

The Nebraska Humane Society is advising cat owners to be more concerned about mosquitoes and heartworm.

AKRON, Ohio– Akron ranks fifth in the nation for the highest percentage increase in positive heartworm tests in dogs and cats. The Companion Animal Parasite Council, a non-profit aimed at rai… ...

Heartworm is fatal for cats and expensive to treat in dogs but is easily preventable for both animals. Indoor cats are also at risk for the disease.