2023年6月13日 · Heart murmurs in dogs can be harmless or represent serious health conditions. Learn about the different types and how they're diagnosed and treated.

2023年7月28日 · In dogs, the heart makes two sounds as the muscles contract and the heart valves close, creating the distinctive ‘lub-dub’ sound. A heart murmur is an extra noise before, after, during, or between the ‘lub-dub’ and is often described as a ‘whoosh.’.

In most cases, a heart murmur is detected when your veterinarian listens to your dog’s heart with a stethoscope. How do we find out if a murmur is due to a significant problem? If your veterinarian detects a heart murmur, you will be asked a series of questions about your dog's health.

2020年7月8日 · Some dogs may show signs of a heart problem, such as lethargy, reduced ability to exercise, coughing or collapsing episodes. However, in many cases it might not be outwardly obvious that there is any issue. Quite often, a heart murmur is picked up by your vet at a routine appointment. What causes a heart murmur?

2025年1月20日 · Heart murmurs in dogs can be concerning for pet owners, as they may indicate underlying health issues. In this informative article, we will explore the symptoms and signs of heart murmurs in dogs, discuss their causes, and provide insights into the diagnosis and treatment options available.

2024年9月30日 · A heart murmur in dogs can be serious, but it’s not necessarily cause for alarm. Here’s what you should know about this cardiovascular condition. What is a Heart Murmur in Dogs? Heart murmurs refer to an unusual sound that’s detected when listening to a dog’s heartbeat through the stethoscope.

2021年11月30日 · Heart murmurs are abnormal heart sounds that vets can hear by listening with a stethoscope. There is a wide range of causes for heart murmurs in dogs that can range from no impact on your pup's health to a more severe prognosis. Today, our VRCC vets in Englewood explain. What is a heart murmur?

Heart murmurs are graded on a scale from 1 to 5, with 1 being mild, and 5 being very loud and easily detected. They can lead to congestive heart failure, but that’s largely dependent upon the dog’s overall heart efficiency and how you handle the diagnosis and management.

A heart murmur is a whooshing noise caused by abnormal blood flow inside the heart. There are a few different conditions that can cause heart murmurs in dogs. Not all heart murmurs are problematic; some (such as ‘innocent flow murmurs’) are harmless.

2021年12月9日 · Heart Issues in Dogs: What Is a Heart Murmur? A heart murmur is an abnormality of the heartbeat. Heart murmurs are usually identified when a veterinarian uses a stethoscope to listen to...