My Ashley had an enlarged heart and collapsing trachea. We did yearly dentals until we discovered an enlarged heart close to her eleventh birthday and then only when absolutely necessary after that. She walked at least two miles a day, weather permitting, and her heart and lungs remained strong. My vet could not believe how fast she was. Ashley died just one month shy of seventeen. I definitely agree that dentals, exercise, and weight control are very important factors. |