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What is the size of a Dirofilaria immitis heartworm?

Up to 14 inches long (correct)

Up to 10 inches long

Up to 6 inches long

Up to 20 inches long

Which area has the highest incidence of canine heartworm disease in the United States?

In the Midwest region

Within 150 miles of the Gulf Coast and Atlantic and along the Mississippi River (correct)

In the Pacific Northwest

In the Rocky Mountains

Which of the following animals can be infected by Dirofilaria immitis heartworms?

Bears, raccoons, skunks, and deer

Foxes, domestic cats, ferrets, and even humans (RARE) (correct)

Wolves, rabbits, squirrels, and chipmunks

Coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, and badgers

How many dogs are estimated to be treated for heartworms each year in the United States?

Nearly 250,000 dogs Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of coyotes are estimated to be heartworm positive?

70% Signup and view all the answers

What is the natural reservoir for Dirofilaria immitis heartworms?

Coyotes Signup and view all the answers

Which geographic areas have the highest incidence of canine heartworm disease in the United States?

Along the Gulf coast and Atlantic coast Signup and view all the answers

How many species can be infected by Dirofilaria immitis heartworms?

30 Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated number of dogs treated for heartworms each year in the United States?

250,000 Signup and view all the answers

How can heartworm disease be transmitted to mosquitoes?

Through consuming infected dog's blood Signup and view all the answers

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Dirofilaria immitis Heartworm

Dirofilaria immitis heartworms are approximately 4 to 6 inches in length.
The highest incidence of canine heartworm disease in the United States is in the southeastern states, particularly in the Mississippi River Valley
Various animals can be infected with Dirofilaria immitis, including dogs, cats, ferrets, wolves, foxes, and coyotes.
Approximately 1 million dogs are estimated to be treated for heartworms each year in the United States.
The percentage of coyotes estimated to be heartworm positive is around 50%.
The natural reservoir for Dirofilaria immitis heartworms is the wild canid population.
The highest incidence of canine heartworm disease in the United States is found in the southeastern and southern central regions.
At least 15 species of animals can be infected by Dirofilaria immitis heartworms.
The estimated number of dogs treated for heartworms each year in the United States is around 1 million.
Heartworm disease is transmitted to mosquitoes when they ingest infected microfilariae (baby heartworms) from the blood of an infected animal.

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Test your knowledge about heartworms with this informative quiz. Learn about Dirofilaria immitis, the transmission of heartworm disease, and the susceptibility of dogs to this condition. Stay informed and protect your furry friend from this serious health threat.