heartworm
/ˈhɑrtˌwɜrm/
noun
- A parasitic worm that lives in the heart and blood vessels of dogs, cats, and other animals, often causing serious disease.
- The shelter tests all new animals for heartworm before adoption.
- Heartworm is spread by mosquitoes and can be fatal if not treated.
- Our vet recommended a monthly pill to protect our dog from heartworm.
- The disease caused by heartworm infection in animals.
- Symptoms of heartworm include coughing, tiredness, and weight loss.
- Prevention is much safer and cheaper than treating heartworm.
- If caught early, heartworm can be treated with medication.