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 ...

Heart disease is a relatively common condition in dogs, especially in older dogs. In fact, it is estimated that approximately 10 percent of dogs seen by primary care veterinarians have some form of ...

WATERLOO, Iowa (WKRC) - It's used to save people most often. But more often vets are using pacemakers to help with heart failure in pets. Sadie, a 9-year-old German Shepherd mix, got once recently at ...

The FDA is warning dog owners about a possible link between certain dog food brands and a serious form of canine heart disease. The FDA's newest 78 page report revealed that more than 90% of the 500 ...

Not all heart murmurs in dogs indicate a serious problem. Some are completely harmless or benign. Credit: Braastad family photo So, your veterinarian tells you during a wellness exam that your dog has ...