2yr old with an enlarged heart Hi guys I'm new. About two months ago I found out my little baby had an enlarged heart. It is said to be herideriary. I should have known something was wrong because I use to see his heart beating so hard at times. But that's the only thing I noticed. He does not have breathing problems nor does he cough. Well first they put him on a medication called Encard. Since I'm not a big fan of medications I took him to a holistic vet and they put him on a program called Nutrition Response Testing. Its a program where they use whole food supplements to treat the dog so the body can heal itself. By surprise its been working Great. He has been on it for over a month and I notice that his heart does not pound hard anymore, Actually I don't notice it pounding at all. So I just came on there to see if any of you guys had babies with this condition? I would love to hear your experiences. |
Yorkies can have bigger hearts and it be normal. A cardiologist is the best idea if your vet suspects and enlarged heart. An enlarged heart can be extremely serious and it's best to follow the recommendations of a cardiologist. |
Hi and Welcome to YT! My Peek a Boo has a large heart... he's 14.5 years old. It's never been a problem....just biggish. |
Kjc how long has he had it and does he have breathing problems or cough |
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My dog (when he was 2 years old) was mis-diagnosed by an ER vet via x-rays for having an enlarged heart. I took him right away to a cardiologist who checked him out and his heart was fine. She said small dogs hearts often look big an an x-ray.... I would also bring your pup to a heart specialist..... |
The dog needs to be seen by a cardiologist. What is the nutrition you're using? |
I agree with all of the others. I would go to a board certified cardiologist for a second opinion. |
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So for the OP, a cardiologist should be consulted. |
He's taking Cataplex G |
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Well he does have a heart mumer guys... Maybe I will take him one day but I don't have the money for that right now.0ver 600 dollars has already come out of my pockets for vet visits. |
If he has a heart murmur and the vet thinks it warrants Enalapril, then he needs to be on that drug. With a murmur and possible enlargement, that drug is very likely necessary for his health. Vets don't hand out heart meds for no reason. Vitamins cannot replace drugs in most cases. There is enough danger just because he has heart disease. Not treating it how it needs to be puts him in even more danger. |
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I understand that money can be an issue. But a consult only might only be about 150-200 depending on where you go for a cardiologist. Heart disease is a serious concern, and can conceivably limit the life of your dog by years. Many different med's are available to help alleviate and control heart problems, which will help in extending the healthy life of your pup. So maybe just put some money aside, plan to see the cardiologist and see what they say. |
Sorry your baby is having health issues, I hope he will feel better soon. |
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