9. Dog Heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis)
Dog heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) is one of the most serious life-threatening diseases caused by roundworms and mosquitoes. The bite of the mosquitoes containing the larvae of this roundworm is the actual reason of this disease’s spread. You should avoid keeping pets like dogs, cats and parrots at home because such mosquitoes depend upon animals for obtaining their food. This disease is common in USA and Canada.
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