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How is heart disease diagnosed?

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Learning that your dog has heart disease can be concerning. It is important to remember, that with the care of you and your vet, your dog can live a long and happy life.

Heart disease affects 10% of all dogs.1 The good news is that if problems are diagnosed early and proper treatment given, a dog with heart disease can live a longer, fuller life.

That's where your vet plays a role. Schedule regular check ups with your vet. If you suspect that your dog has a health issue of any kind, or you notice that your dog hasn't been acting normally, see your local vet.

Reference:

1. Atkins C., et al. (2006) Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of canine chronic valvular heart disease. J Vet Intern Med.;23(6):1142–1150.