FAQ

Yes, dogs can be cured of heartworms with appropriate treatment, especially if the disease is diagnosed early and before significant organ damage occurs.

Many dogs survive heartworm with treatment, especially if diagnosed early, but survival rates decrease significantly if the disease is advanced or involves caval syndrome.

Without treatment, dogs with heartworms may live only a few months to a couple of years, depending on the severity of the disease; with early diagnosis and proper treatment, many dogs can recover and live a normal life.

While most dogs survive heartworm treatment with proper care, the mortality rate increases in severe cases, particularly with caval syndrome, which can be fatal without immediate surgery.

Yes, many dogs can return to a normal life after heartworm treatment, especially if diagnosed early and if no lasting organ damage has occurred.

Dogs treated early for heartworm disease and without severe organ damage often regain normal health and have a good long-term prognosis, but those with advanced disease may face ongoing health problems or reduced life expectancy.

Yes, dogs dig in beds due to instinctual behaviors inherited from their wild ancestors to create a safe and comfortable sleeping space.

Dogs digging in bed is usually a natural instinct tied to comfort, nesting, and territory marking, but excessive digging can also indicate boredom or stress.

Yes, dogs dig in beds due to instinctual behaviors inherited from their wild ancestors to create comfort, safety, and mark territory.

Bed-digging is usually instinctual, not boredom-related, though stress or lack of stimulation can intensify the behavior.