Heart Disease in Pets Genetic Risks and Symptoms to Watch For

Quick Check! Is Your Beloved Pet's Breed at Risk for Heart Disease?

This month of love, let's check which dog and cat breeds are at risk of heart disease. Heart disease in pets is a condition that can arise from structural or functional abnormalities of the heart, or can be a congenital heart defect present from birth. Heart disease symptoms, known as heart failure, disrupt normal blood circulation, resulting in insufficient blood supply to important tissues and organs. This can show up from birth, or develop later in life.

Dog Breeds at Risk for Heart Disease

• Chihuahua
• Shih Tzu
• Pomeranian
• Poodle
• Golden Retriever
• Doberman
• Maltese

Cat Breeds at Risk for Heart Disease

• Maine Coon
• Ragdoll
• Thai (Siamese)
• American Shorthair
• Persian
• Sphynx
• Scottish Fold

If you find your pet's breed is at risk for heart disease, you can get a consultation and treatment at Thonglor Pet Hospital. We have a thorough diagnostic process to screen for disease risk. For pets already diagnosed with this condition, our team of veterinarians checks for various abnormal symptoms and complications resulting from heart disease, to find the most appropriate treatment and care for each individual pet.