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A filarial worm (Dirofilaria immitis) transmitted by mosquitoes, which infects dogs and other canids.

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  • The larger part of PetMed's business, however, is nonprescription medication, such as heartworm and flea and tick medication.
  • But regardless of what other ways you cut back, don't skimp on preventive care such as heartworm medication, Eldredge says. "
  • Make sure your dog is being treated for heartworm.
  • Keep using Frontline and a heartworm preventative.
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