Canine mitral valve disease, most commonly stemming from myxomatous degeneration, is the predominant acquired cardiac condition in dogs. This disease is characterised by progressive deterioration of ...
Q: My 7-year-old, 20-pound mixed-breed dog has a heart murmur. Her veterinarian thinks it’s due to chronic valve disease. What is this? A: Each time a normal dog’s heart beats, it produces two sounds: ...
Certain brands of pet food have been linked to a heightened risk of heart failure in dogs, according to the Food and Drug Administration. In some dogs with a grain free diet, veterinarians are seeing ...
Hearing your dog has a heart condition can be heartbreaking for an owner. What does it mean? How serious is it and what can be done? Dr. Kaitlen Lawton-Betchel grew up in Lemoore. An alumni of West ...