Matters of the Heart: Hypertension
One out of every three adults has high blood pressure or hypertension. As with humans, hypertension is seen in pet cats and dogs. Primary hypertension occurs when the blood pressure is higher than normal with no other cause. Secondary hypertension, however, occurs when the blood pressure is higher than normal as a result from a […]
Matters of the Heart: Congenital Heart Disease
Humans and dogs often have similar health problems. One example of this is Congenital Heart Disease. Congenital Heart Disease refers to a problem the animal is born with. There are multiple types of Congenital Heart Disease: valve malformations or dysplasia, valve narrowing or stenosis, abnormal openings between the heart chambers or septal defects, and patent ductus […]
Staying in Pace with Pacemakers
What would you do if your pet’s heart suddenly stopped working properly? February is the month of National Heart Awareness and Valentine’s Day. February should also be a reminder for pet owners to educate themselves on their pet’s heart health. The best place to start is your veterinarian. If your pet has an irregular heartbeat […]
Cardiac Problems in Pets
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, worldwide. Pet owners should also be concerned for the hearts of their beloved animal friends. The heart is a complex organ, and it is important to be aware of the heart diseases a pet can develop and to know what to look […]
