Dogs with Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) may experience difficulty in distributing oxygenated blood to the rest of their body due to the condition's improper 'shortcut.' Today, our Boulder vet discusses PDAs in dogs and offers advice for optimizing the quality of life of dogs with PDAs.
Our vets in Boulder are here to discuss Patent Ductus Occlusion (PDA) in dogs. It's an arterial shunt that occurs between the aorta and the pulmonary artery, which are the two major blood vessels leading from the heart. In this article, we will cover the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for PDAs in dogs.
Have you heard of Pleural Effusion in dogs? This condition reduces the space available for the lungs to expand within the chest cavity, making it harder for affected dogs to breathe. Our vets at Boulder can provide a detailed overview of the symptoms, causes, and available treatments.
Prompt treatment for feline heart disease is crucial to prevent congestive heart failure. Our veterinary cardiologists offer information and treatment options for heart disease in cats in Boulder, Denver, and nearby areas.
Aortic stenosis is a heart disease that is common in some breeds of dogs and can negatively affect it's over health. Today, our Rocky Mountain Veterinary Cardiology vets explain the causes, signs, diagnosis, and treatment of aortic stenosis in dogs.
If your pet needs synchronized electrical cardioversion, you may have questions about what it is and how you can prepare your pet. Today, the Boulder vets will explain how to prepare your pet for synchronized electrical cardioversion.
Cats are very good at hiding problems because cats spend a lot of time sleeping already, a little less activity and more time spent napping might not be an obvious sign. So, if your cat has an irregular heartbeat it can be hard to notice right away. The Rocky Mountain Veterinary Cardiology vets can offer advice on irregular heartbeat, its causes, and treatment options.
Congestive heart failure is a relatively common condition in dogs that can often be characterized by coughing, breathing difficulties, and other troubling symptoms. Today, our Rocky Mountain Veterinary Cardiology vets discuss the causes of congestive heart failure, symptoms to watch for, and available treatment options.
Heartworm disease is a serious, often fatal condition in dogs that can result in severe lung disease, heart failure, organ damage, and more. Preventing heartworm disease is both easier on your pet, and on your wallet than treating the disease after your dog gets ill. Our Rocky Mountain Veterinary Cardiology vets explain why.
Sometimes it can be hard to tell if your cat is sick or feeling under the weather because they are experts at hiding their discomfort. That's why cat parents have to pay attention to their feline companions and be knowledgeable about the signs to look out for. In this blog, our Boulder vets discuss some contagious illnesses that are common among cats as well as when humans have to be careful.
Rocky Mountain Veterinary Cardiology is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Boulder and Denver companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
