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==Signalment==
==Signalment==
The risk of Dirofilaria immitis infection is greatest in outdoor dogs and cats. Animals of any age may be affected, but infections are most common in 3 to 8 year old dogs. Medium and large breeds are predisposed.
The risk of Dirofilaria immitis infection is greatest in outdoor dogs and cats. Dogs of any age may be affected, but infections are most common in 3 to 8 year old dogs, and medium and large breeds are over-represented<sup>merck, fmc</sup>. In cats, there are no breed or age predispositions, but males are more frequently affected<sup>fmc</sup>.
==Diagnosis==
==Diagnosis==