Did you know that Blaze ferrets and other breeds of ferrets are susceptible to heartworm disease in much the same way as dogs and cats? Heartworms can be up to a foot-long and are capable of invading the heart, lungs and blood vessels of your Blaze ferret. Unlike dogs, a single heartworm can cause severe damage to ferrets. Thankfully, there is a heartworm prevention program available for ferrets similar to the program available to dogs and cats. Talk to your vet about placing your ferret on a prevention program. Your vet will most likely conduct a blood test first to verify that your ferret is free of heartworms. He will then start your ferret on monthly oral medication to prevent heartworms. The best form of protection is prevention. Call your veterinary clinic North Phoenix, AZ today and ask how you can protect your Blaze ferret from heartworms.