Every year thousands of dogs, cats and ferrets are infected with a parasitic worm that can wreak havoc inside their bodies. Many pet owners have never heard of the heartworm, but when they are facing the fact that their beloved pet has been infected, frantically seek information and guidance. Unfortunately, information and guidance about heartworm disease is often convoluted and confusing. The pet owner most often feels overwhelmed and unsure who to trust, and for good reason. In reality, heartworm disease is a hugely profitable market where the pharmaceutical behemoths gain huge fortunes by promoting expensive and sometimes unnecessary treatments. For the uninformed pet owner, what they don't know can definitely hurt them. Fortunately, this book will empower you to navigate through the maze of misinformation and half truths so prevalent in animal medicine. This book does not seek to convince its readers of any idea or belief, but only to present you with the most current and unbiased information available regarding prevention and treatment of heartworm disease. The information presented in this book will empower you to make your own decisions and give you the confidence to be an advocate for your pet. As heartworm disease and infection becomes more prevalent across the globe, more pet owners will seek honest answers. This book serves the animals that have been infected and those at risk of infection of heartworm, and for their guardians who want to help and protect them.