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Heart Murmurs in Dogs

Heart murmurs are detected when a veterinarian listens to a dog’s heart and hears a whooshing sound. It’s not always a reason for concern. It may, however, be an indication of a heart problem. Signs your dog needs medical help ›

Asthma in Cats

For cats with asthma, just as with humans, the airways in the lungs become restricted and inflamed. If a cat coughs, wheezes, has a hard time breathing, or breathes with his mouth open, he might have asthma. Treatments to help your cat breathe easier ›

Cardiomyopathy in Dogs and Cats

Cardiomyopathy, which literally means disease of the heart muscle, can strike both dogs and cats in different ways. Symptoms are varied, ranging from collapse and weakness to difficulty breathing and sudden death. 3 types of cardiomyopathy ›

Pulmonary Edema in Pets

Pulmonary edema is an accumulation of fluid in the lungs. It happens to both pets and people and can have a variety of causes, including heart failure, cancer, or a traumatic event such as electrocution or a head injury. Causes of this lung disease ›

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