What is Heartworm Disease?
Heartworm disease is caused by pesky mosquitoes. In Houston, mosquitoes breed almost year-round due to the hot and humid climate. A large portion of our dog population is at risk of developing heartworm disease if bitten, given the high prevalence of mosquitoes in our area.
Being heartworm-positive means worms are living in the heart. Luckily, heartworm disease is CURABLE! If treated properly, a dog can be cured of heartworms in as little as four months. These lovable dogs deserve the same chance to find a forever home, like those who are heartworm-free.
What is the Have a Heart Treatment Fund?
Houston Humane Society’s Have a Heart Treatment Fund was created to help cure the hundreds of amazing and sweet dogs that come into our adoption program, suffering from heartworms. By providing the treatment proactively, we are able to alleviate the financial burden from potential adopters and fosters—a win-win!
This Treatment Fund was created in 2024 and has already impacted many lives! In 2024 alone, 86 dogs had their heartworm treatment paid for, along with many others receiving preventive medicine.
Give Heartworm-Positive Dogs a Second Chance
We need YOUR help to give our heartworm-positive dogs a second chance at life and increase their chances of adoption! By donating to our Have a Heart Treatment Fund, you are directly helping to fund treatment costs and preventive care, giving our dogs a stronger and healthier heart!
And the best part is, that all your donations will be matched dollar for dollar by our very generous and committed friend until March 3rd, 2026.
Make a gift to Houston Humane Society today- doubling the impacts of your gift for animals in need.
