In this episode of the Family Pet Podcast, hosts Michael and Stephen Shirley interview veterinary cardiologist Dr. Eric Owens, Cardiology DVM | DACVIM
. They discuss various aspects of pet heart health. They explore common heart diseases in pets, including mitral valve disease in small dogs and dilated cardiomyopathy in large breeds. Dr. Owens shares insights on surgical interventions, the importance of early detection, and tips for maintaining heart health in pets. The conversation also touches on the emotional aspects of heart health, including the phenomenon of broken heart syndrome in humans.
Keywords
pet health, veterinary cardiology, heart disease, pet care, pet surgery, mitral valve disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, pet heart health, veterinary specialist
Takeaways
The more you know about pet healthcare, the better pet parent you can be.
Pet Heart Month is celebrated in February.
Common cardiac surgeries are often performed on young dogs with congenital heart diseases.
Without treatment, certain heart conditions can be fatal for pets.
Mitral valve disease is the most common heart disease in small dogs.
Dilated cardiomyopathy primarily affects large and giant breed dogs.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a significant concern in cats.
Monitoring breathing and signs of distress is crucial for pet heart health.
Early detection of heart disease can lead to better outcomes for pets.
Broken heart syndrome in humans is known as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy.
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