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Dog Disease
Dog Health- My Dog Has Heart disease (MMVD)? Understanding the most common Canine Heart Disease
By Dr. Ryan Chuang Today, let’s talk about the most common heart disease in dogs: Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease (MMVD). 1. What is Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease (MMVD)? The mitral valve is a structural valve located within the left side of the heart. Its primary function is to act as a one-way valve, ensuring that blood flows in the correct direction when the heart contracts. When the mitral valve undergoes degeneration and proliferative changes, it causes valvular insuff
Paws & Tails Veterinary Hospital
7 days ago4 min read
(Hypertension in Dogs and Cats) Do Dogs and Cats Get High Blood Pressure? A Veterinarian’s Guide to the “Silent Killer”
Do Dogs and Cats Get High Blood Pressure?
Paws & Tails Veterinary Hospital
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