A very good resource for information and recommendations for the prevention of parasites is the Companion Animal Parasite Council. Are you looking for a complete recommendations for parasite prevention for dog owners or cat owners? Common parasites seen in our practice: Internal parasites: Giardia (more information on giardia) Roundworms (more information on roundworms) Coccidia (more information on coccidia) Tapeworms (more information on tapeworms) Heartworm disease (more i

Heartworm is contracted when a mosquito feeds on your pet after feeding on a pet that is infected. Over a period of a few months, the parasite grows and enters the bloodstream. Eventually, the adult worms live in the blood vessels on the right side of the heart. As adults, the worms can reach 12 inches in length. Symptoms There is a difference between a dog being infected with heartworms and a dog suffering from heartworm disease. Here is a link to a useful website that discu