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Feline Heartworm Information for House Cats

Heartworm Symptoms, Prevention,
Treatment Medicine and Life Cycle

Heartworm Information

Feline heartworm disease is a potentially deadly disease which can easily be prevented.

Below you'll find the following heartworm information:

Are cats at risk?

Yes, felines are definitely at risk for heartworm. And even indoor cats are at risk.  The disease was first reported in Brazil in 1921, but today it’s a worldwide problem.  Cats who live in areas where a lot of dogs are infected will have a higher chance of contracting the disease.

What is feline heartworm disease?

Feline heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition.  But luckily it can be easily prevented with medicine from your vet.

Mosquitoes transmit the disease by biting an infected animal, then passing the infection on to other animals they bite.

Cycle of Heartworm Life

The cycle of heartworm life begins by a mosquito biting an infected animal that has heartworm larvae in its blood.  The mosquito ingests the infected blood, and passes the larvae to the next animal it comes in contact with.

The larvae then migrate through the cat or dogs tissues and eventually reach the heart and lungs.

Heartworm Symptoms

Heartworm symptoms in cats include coughing, vomiting, breathing difficulties, weight loss, and lethargy.  Often these symptoms are mistaken for other conditions such as asthma, pneumonia and digestive problems.

Heartworm Medicine and Prevention

Heartworm prevention is your best option.

Heartworm medicines are available in chewable heartworm pills and topical solutions. Some common preventative medications are:

Heartworm medicine:  Please consult your vet to find the best product for your cat.



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