Treating Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs With Vetmedin

Despite a diagnosis of congestive heart failure, dogs can live long happy lives. Today's medications aid heart health for years. With dietary changes and prescription medications like Vetmedin, your dog can remain energetic and comfortable.

Understanding Congestive Heart Failure

With congestive heart failure, dogs' lungs and chest cavity retain fluids because the heart is not pumping as effectively. Congestive heart failure is common in large breeds like Great Danes and Mastiffs, but all breeds can be susceptible to this disease. In most cases of congestive heart failure, dogs usually have an underlying disease or genetic predisposition.

Keep Watch for Common Symptoms

In cases of congestive heart failure, dogs show clear symptoms. These common signs include:

• Coughing
• Difficulty breathing
• Dizzy spells
• Sudden fatigue
• Weight loss

Some congestive heart failure dogs will be actively playing and suddenly drop to the ground wheezing and unable to catch his/her breath. If this happens, seek veterinary care immediately.

Vetmedin for Congestive Heart Failure

When treating congestive heart failure, dogs respond well to the cost-effective heart medication known as Vetmedin. Vetmedin works to expand the heart's blood vessels allowing blood to travel properly throughout the body.

Once your pet is taking Vetmedin, you should see improvements in seven days.