Protect Your Cat from Heartworms

  THE BREGMAN VETERINARY GROUP

www.BregmanVetGroup.com

Have you thought about protecting your cat from mosquitoes?  

Hot and humid summer days bring mosquitoes that that carry feline heartworm disease.  While mosquitoes are just an annoyance to us, they can actually threaten the health and well being of your pet.  Fortunately, there are simple preventative steps that you can take to keep your pet happy and healthy.  Here are a few signs to be on the lookout for this summer.

Signs of Infection:

Vomiting

Diarrhea

Rapid and Difficult Breathing

Coughing

Gagging

Loss of Appetite

Lethargy

Weight Loss

Heartworm disease occurs when a mosquito bites a cat and allows entry of heartworm larvae.  Over time, these larvae grow in the muscle tissues, but they can cause problems before they are fully grown.  By taking preventative steps, you can keep your pets healthy for a long time to come.  

Read this article to learn more about heartworm disease in cats.  You can also contact Bregman Vet Group if you have any questions about heartworm disease and how you can improve your cat’s health.

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