Dirofilaria immitis

The life cycle of Dirofilaria immitis is relatively long compared with most parasitic nematodes, usually is .......

The ................ are the normal definitive hosts for heartworms

Because the .......................is an obligate intermediate host and vector for heartworms, the opportunity to interrupt the chain of transmission at the level of the vector should not be ignored by the pet owner, the veterinarian, or the local municipalities responsible for environmental health.

The prepatent period is very long, taking approximately .................. months, and sometimes longer

Type one or two source of parasites

type Predisposing factors which increase the risk of infestation

write some clinical signs in dog dirofilariosis

Humans can be infested with dirofilariosis ?

• yes

• not

Heartworm transmission decrease in winter months ? justify your answer

there is exercise restriction during the treatment and recovery period ? justify your answer