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

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

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 ...

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 ...

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.

NexGard has several products for cats and dogs that treat and prevent fleas, ticks, heartworm disease, and intestinal parasites.

The drugs used to treat heartworm in dogs cannot be used in cats, so a monthly preventative medicine is important for felines. Is there a vaccine for heartworm?

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Spring weather brings out the insects, and that means a nasty threat for dogs and cat, as heartworm comes from those pesky mosquitoes. Our Pet Vet, Dr. David Visser ...

Heartworm disease is a danger for both cats and dogs, although it is much more prevalent in dogs. Both animals get it the same way, from a mosquito bite, both animals can be protected from it by ...