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Heartworm is a particularly nasty parasite which is spread from host to host by mosquitoes, and the most popular flea and heartworm prevention solution is Revolution cat.

Heartworms in canines are a kind of filaris (a long thin worm), and despite being best known for being found in dogs, heartworms can affect a wide variety of other animals, from cats and ferrets to sea lions and even people.

The heartworm’s name was derived from the fact that its reproductive cycle’s last stage occurs within the heart of its host.

If left untreated, the animal will find exertion harder and may faint under physical strain or experience extreme breathlessness.

Eventually the animal can die of heart failure or failure of the kidneys, lungs and liver as the parasites also damage these organs.

Treatment is lengthy and can take a year and a half to complete.

It is also unpleasant for the animal, usually involving an arsenic compound or other heavy duty heartworm meds to kill the parasites, and may even require surgery.

There are no noticeable symptoms of this infection during most of the infectious period.

The dog heartworm has a lifespan of about 6 to 7 months, starting from the time when the animal is first infected via mosquito bite, all the way to the parasite invading the heart.

Fully matured female heartworms may reach a length of 30 centimeters, and males 23 centimeters.

Mating occurs after seven months and microfilariae is produced by the females.

The spread of mosquito breeding grounds from strictly warm southern climates has lead to an increase in heartworm proliferation.

Heartworm prevention comes in the shape of a monthly prophylactic, such as Revolution cat which uses selamectin - a broad range anti parasite medication.

Revolution for pets is popular for its ease of use, its relative inexpensiveness, and its effectiveness.

Other heartworm preventatives include milbemycin which can be found in Interceptor heartworm treatment and moxidectin which is the effective ingredient in ProHeart.

Heartworm and other parasites can be treated by using a topical application such as Revolution flea control, which is not only a heartworm control, but also a program of flea control and parasite control.

Thankfully, heartworm protection is very effective, so there is no need for your pet to be negatively affected. You can consult with your vet and get them to check your pet.

A blood test is the most common diagnostic tool, and medications can prevent and cure the infection if one is discovered.

If your animal is found to be infected, an x-ray will show the extent of the damage that has been caused.

Revolution flea can be prescribed, but as with anything, heart worm, flea, ticks or any other health condition, prevention is much better than cure.

Bring up canine heartworm at your dog’s next routine check up and get the information you need.

Revolution cat will be cheaper and much better for your pet not to risk their health by short term economy.

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