Both cats and dogs can have a heart murmur. A heart murmur is an abnormal heart sound, usually heard by listening to the heart with a stethoscope. Your veterinarian will classify the murmur by it's characteristics, including the timing (long or short) and location (where they are the loudest). Depending upon the cause and severity of the murmur, your veterinarian will determine the best course of action.
Symptoms of heart murmurs and congestive heart disease in dogs and cats can include:
· Easily tiring after exercise
· Bluish discoloration of the tongue
· Sudden collapse
· Difficulty breathing
· A persistent dry cough
· Accumulation of fluid in the lungs, leg or abdomen
Pets with heart disease need a diet rich in Omega 3s and fiber but low in fat and sodium. Fish oil and lean protein sources are very beneficial.
Natural remedies for heart murmurs in dogs and cats:
Power Probiotic- The best probiotic for pets! Backed by scientific research, this powerful multi-strain formula promotes the growth of friendly bacteria which can give your pet a healthier GI tract which may improve heart function and reduce inflammatory markers.
Amazing Omegas - Absolutely the best fish oil
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Update June 2018
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March 2017
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Want to make a difference? Save a life? Then now is the time to help! The shelters are overloaded with animals after July 4th and sadly euthanasia rates are at their very highest. Here is how you can help:
1) Make a donation of any size to a local rescue. Every dollar will be used to pay adoption and veterinary fees to pull these animals out
2) Thinking about getting a cat or dog? Now is the best time with the largest selection for every dog and cat breed imaginable. Visit petfinder.com to find your purrfect pet. Please ADOPT NOW!
3) Offer to temporarily foster or volunteer for a local rescue. Every animal that gets adopted or moved makes space for another one that might be euthanized.
4) We all know someone who says their pet was saved “on their last day”. Right now a pet’s last day is coming up quickly. If you feel badly about the animals and want to do something to help, please ACT NOW!
The hardest part of loving an animal is saying goodbye. It can be difficult for others to understand especially if they don’t have a pet. Still everyone wants to offer comfort to a grieving pet owner so here are four kind things you can say or do for someone who has lost a beloved pet:1. I’m so sorry for your loss. A simple, heartfelt sentiment that acknowledges the pain the pet owner is in at this difficult time.
2. My favorite memory is...
Sharing something sweet, touching, and memorable about the lost pet will bring a smile to the owner.
3. Offer something in memory of the pet. A donation to their favorite rescue, a candle lit in memory on Rainbow Bridge or send a card acknowledging the loss.
4. Give them a hug
Sometimes no words are the best way to show your support.
Hurry! A heat wave is already in some parts of the country and a heat warning is is in place for the West Coast this week. Please look on your favorite pet retailer’s website for shoes or booties for your dog! If the pavement is too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws! We bought Legend Kurgo Step and Strobe shoes on @chewy and they delivered very quickly! They have a large assortment of booties but we purchased the shoes because they tend to stay on better. But please don’t assume paw pads are sufficient on hot pavements. Try to avoid the black pavement and stick with grass and sidewalks wherever possible.
July 5th is the worst day all year for every animal shelter in America. Every shelter is overflowing with lost animals who became so frightened from the fireworks that they broke out of their fences, yards and normal surroundings in sheer terror. Please take a moment NOW and plan ahead. Where will your pet be on July 4th? Is your ID tag current? Even the most well meaning pet owners don’t realize that their pet’s life is at stake on July 4th. Keep your pets inside!
