Of all the parasitic infestations a dog may face, heartworm is among the scariest for both pet and owner. A single bite from an infected mosquito can deposit immature heartworm larvae into a dog’s ...

A word of warning: Don’t read this article on your lunch break unless you have a strong stomach. You see, heartworm lives up to its name—and then some. It’s a disease characterized by parasitic worms ...

Your dog is your best friend, and you take good care of him, making sure he gets quality food and exercise, immunizations and heartworm medication. Why, then, does your veterinarian also insist on a ...