Veterinarians are warning that the mosquito swarms that followed Indiana’s recent spate of heavy rains threaten to spread diseases to pets and farm animals. The blood-sucking insects transmit the heartworm parasite and other illnesses that can sicken cats, dogs, horses and other animals. South Bend veterinarian Chris Payton says the biggest challenge animal owners face is that there’s “no magic” spray that keeps mosquitoes at bay.
