{"id":37,"date":"2022-02-04T19:28:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-05T00:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/?p=37"},"modified":"2022-02-18T17:14:59","modified_gmt":"2022-02-18T22:14:59","slug":"heart-disease-in-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/heart-disease-in-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Heart Disease in Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/OVRS-heart-disease-shutterstock_2038310639.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3843\" title=\"dogandcat\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/OVRS-heart-disease-shutterstock_2038310639.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/OVRS-heart-disease-shutterstock_2038310639-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><b><i>Heart disease in dogs<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is more common than you might realize. Dogs are susceptible to many different forms of cardiovascular issues that range in severity. Your veterinarian will base the treatment on the type of heart disease. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/about-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oakland Veterinary Referral Services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (OVRS) wants to help you learn about heart disease in dogs so you can spot any signs of trouble early.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"types-of-heart-disease-in-dogs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of Heart Disease in Dogs<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dogs, like people, are at risk for different kinds of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/recognizing-the-signs-of-pet-heart-disease\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heart disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some heart disease is due to genetic predisposition in certain breeds, while other heart issues are due to lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the most common types of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">canine heart disease<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Congenital heart disease<\/strong> \u2013 Some dogs are, unfortunately, born with heart abnormalities.&nbsp; Modern veterinary medicine has many successful ways to treat congenital heart disease, which is why it is important to get regular checkups. Start bringing your dog in for yearly wellness checks when he is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/new-puppy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a puppy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to keep his heart strong.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Heartworm disease<\/strong> \u2013 Heartworms enter a dog\u2019s bloodstream through a mosquito bite and affect the respiratory system. Without treatment, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/animal-veterinary\/animal-health-literacy\/keep-worms-out-your-pets-heart-facts-about-heartworm-disease\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heartworm disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can severely damage the heart. Luckily, your veterinarian has preventives that keep your pup safe from these pesky parasites.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Valvular disease<\/strong> \u2013 The heart has four valves that keep blood flowing in the proper direction. Wear and tear on these valves over time can result in them being \u201cleaky.\u201d&nbsp; Bacteria can also build up on the valves when oral infections travel through the bloodstream. As this disease progresses, it can become congestive heart failure. Your veterinarian will most likely manage this type of heart disease with heart medications.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cardiomyopathies<\/strong> \u2013 Problems with the actual muscle of the heart can affect the way the heart contracts. Certain breeds of dogs like dobermans, great Danes, boxers, and cocker spaniels may be more at risk for this problem.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>High blood pressure<\/strong> \u2013 Dogs can suffer from hypertension, too!&nbsp; This may be secondary to other diseases or problems.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-help-a-dog-with-heart-disease\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Help a Dog with Heart Disease<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your dog is suffering with some form of heart disease, it is important to work closely with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/specialty-services\/cardiology.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">veterinary cardiologist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who can closely monitor your pup. Certain lifestyle changes might be necessary to ensure your dog has the best chance at a full life even with a heart problem, like:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medication<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diet changes<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise changes<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/awareness-is-everything-the-importance-of-pet-dental-health\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parasite prevention (fleas, ticks, and heartworm)<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your dog\u2019s heart is unique to your pet. Talk to your veterinarian about your canine\u2019s specific needs in terms of heart disease treatment and care. Some dogs need a modified diet to ensure they\u2019re getting the proper nutrients. Others might need to change their amount of physical activity.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"life-expectancy-for-dogs-with-heart-disease\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life Expectancy for Dogs with Heart Disease<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With most types of <\/span><b><i>heart disease in dogs<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, early diagnosis is everything. If caught early, many dogs with cardiovascular issues can live for many years. Heart disease that goes undiagnosed and treated for years is much harder on your pet. Whenever you notice changes in your dog\u2019s breathing or general affect, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian. And make sure you schedule a wellness checkup and bloodtests with your veterinarians at least once per year.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OVRS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we have a team of veterinary cardiology specialists to keep your pet\u2019s heart pumping strong. If you are dealing with <\/span><b><i>heart disease in dogs<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we can help. Call<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(248) 334\u20116877 to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Heart disease in dogs is more common than you might realize. Dogs are susceptible to many different forms of cardiovascular issues that range in severity. Your veterinarian will base the treatment on the type of heart disease. 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