You can’t see your pet’s heart. Is it healthy, or not?
Let’s take a listen!
Make an appointment for your pet’s yearly checkup today!
You can tell a lot about your pet by looking at them. But one thing you can’t see is
their heart. Is it healthy, or not? A pet may have heart disease and even the most
observant owners may not realize it.
Heart disease affects pets of all ages. For example, certain breeds of dogs and cats
are at a higher risk of heart disease at a young age. In contrast, some pets develop
heart disease later in life, concurrent with another illness. And then there are those
pets who randomly develop heart disease at any age without any noticeable signs
to the owner.
If your pet’s heart is not checked regularly, your pet may be at risk for heart disease
and in some cases, a shortened lifespan. The good news is, if caught early, most
illnesses can be treated or managed successfully for years. And if your pet already
has moderate heart disease but is regularly monitored by our practice, often we can
slow its progression.
It’s time to schedule your pet’s yearly checkup. During the exam, we’ll listen with
our stethoscopes to make sure your pet’s heart sounds right. We’ll also perform
a few other easy tests if needed to keep your pet’s ticker in tiptop shape!
When we think of love, we think of hearts. And we love your pet. Make an appointment
for your pet’s yearly checkup today!