Cardiology Service Description

Heart disease is one of the most common conditions affecting both dogs and cats. Similar to people, pets showing signs of heart disease may be referred to a cardiologist for specialized care. While heart disease in pets doesn’t always present obvious symptoms, some animals may experience coughing, difficulty breathing, weakness, lethargy, or even fainting, depending on the type and severity of their condition.

With extensive expertise in heart health, our cardiology team specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of cardiovascular diseases. We manage everything from common heart conditions to rare and complex cases. Our mission is to help dogs and cats with heart disease enjoy the longest, healthiest, and happiest lives possible. Whether the condition is congenital (present at birth) or develops later in life, pets can greatly benefit from personalized treatment plans and close monitoring.

We will work closely with you and your primary veterinarian to ensure your pet receives the best care possible, improving their quality of life and maximizing their chances for a positive outcome.

Common cardiovascular conditions

  • Congestive heart failure
  • Enlarged heart
  • Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
  • Congenital heart defects
  • Valvular disease
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Heartworm disease
  • Pericardial disorders
  • Syncope (fainting)
  • Thromboembolic (blood clot) disease
  • Pulmonary hypertension
  • Systemic hypertension

Screening

Several breeds of dogs and cats are predisposed to the development of certain types of cardiac diseases. Eclipse Cardiology offers screening for both congenital (present at birth) and acquired (adult onset) heart disease, including (but not limited to) the breeds below:

  • Dog breeds predisposed to pulmonary valve stenosis: English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Boxer, Beagle, American Staffordshire Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, Whippet
  • Dog breeds predisposed to subaortic stenosis: Newfoundland, Rottweiler, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Bull Terrier, Dogue de Bordeaux, Boxer, Bouvier des Flandres, Bullmastiff
  • Dog breeds predisposed to degenerative valve disease: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Dachshund, Toy/Miniature Poodle, Whippet, other small breed dogs

  • Dog breeds predisposed to dilated cardiomyopathy: Doberman Pinscher, Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, Boxer, Newfoundland, English Cocker Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel
  • Dog breeds predisposed to arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC): Boxer, English Bulldog
  • Cat breeds predisposed to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: Maine Coon, Sphynx, Ragdoll, Bengal, Norwegian Forest Cat, Savannah Cat

Screening

Several breeds of dogs and cats are predisposed to the development of certain types of cardiac diseases. Eclipse Cardiology offers screening for both congenital (present at birth) and acquired (adult onset) heart disease, including (but not limited to) the breeds below:

  • Dog breeds predisposed to pulmonary valve stenosis: English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Boxer, Beagle, American Staffordshire Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, Whippet
  • Dog breeds predisposed to subaortic stenosis: Newfoundland, Rottweiler, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Bull Terrier, Dogue de Bordeaux, Boxer, Bouvier des Flandres, Bullmastiff
  • Dog breeds predisposed to degenerative valve disease: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Dachshund, Toy/Miniature Poodle, Whippet, other small breed dogs
  • Dog breeds predisposed to dilated cardiomyopathy: Doberman Pinscher, Irish Wolfhound, Great Dane, Boxer, Newfoundland, English Cocker Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel
  • Dog breeds predisposed to arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC): Boxer, English Bulldog
  • Cat breeds predisposed to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: Maine Coon, Sphynx, Ragdoll, Bengal, Norwegian Forest Cat, Savannah Cat

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