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 affects dogs a bit differently than it does humans. Dogs are, however, still susceptible to it, and it can have serious — even fatal — consequences. As with many progressive diseases, it ...

You can follow a treatment plan and take medications as a doctor prescribes to manage congestive heart failure. Eat a heart-healthy diet and stay physically active to slow heart failure progression.