Symptoms and Treatments For Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs
Congestive heart failure in dogs is a disorder in which the heart cannot pump sufficient blood around the body’s organs to maintain normal functioning. It is usually caused by a weak heart muscle that has been damaged by diseases such as heartworms or congenital heart disease. If this is not treated early, the heart may fail when it is put under stress, for instance heavy exercise.
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What are the symptoms of congestive heart failure in dogs?
If your dogs tends to get tired easily and is generally less active, don’t just assume it’s because of old age. If your dog also seem to have a cough, especially at night, then he needs urgent medical help. Other symptoms that could appear are loss of appetite, weight loss and rapid breathing. This is because the body is trying to get more oxygen.
Here is a detailed article on what to look for if you suspect your dog may have congestive heart failure.
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Here’s a helpful video that explains how to tell if your dog is experiencing heart problems. It also has one of the best explanations I’ve listened to on what is actually happening with your dog’s heart and what to do about it.
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