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Hi Linda:
Yes, Maggie saw a cardiologist at Cornell. We have been going to a clinic for
years and seeing the cardiologist - she is the one who has diagnosed the
murmurs. Maggie's murmur started when she was 5 and has progressed very slowly.
We have had ultrasounds done every 1-1/2 to 2 years to watch the progress. I
felt I was starting to see some changes in her energy level and decided to go
for a full evaluation. They did another ultrasound, an ex-ray, and bloodwork.
They have determined that she is borderline but decided to try the meds and see
if it makes a difference. If it didn't, they would not continue them at this
time, but I do think they are helping.
Kory was just diagnosed at the last clinic with his murmur - he has been clear
up until now. We will be following up with our vet so we can watch him and know
when he needs to have a full workup done too.
I have just joined the group and would like to introduce myself. I have three cavaliers - two of which have MVD murmurs. Maggie - at age 10 - 1/2, - is now a...
Libby, Sorry to hear about your dogs. Did you  see a cardiologist at Cornell? Did they do any tests do determine the grade of mumer? My experience is if...
Hi Linda: Yes, Maggie saw a cardiologist at Cornell. We have been going to a clinic for years and seeing the cardiologist - she is the one who has diagnosed...
I truely believe starting meds early in cav's with MVD. I think it helps keep the desease under control. Really, you should ask about adding Vetmedin! ...
Hi Linda: I was under the impression that vetmedin should be used for CHF. Maggie has a very slight enlargement of the heart, but no evidence of fluid - which...
Hi everyone, I have a question about lasix dosages... Mitch is 8 and has a grade 4-5 murmur with some significant atrial enlargement, but no fluid in his...
Hi Pat Howard, I don't post very often as I am just very busy - but the dose of lasix you have your Mitch on is TINY. It is obvious he is building up a bit of...
Thank you Linda and Pat Morris. After talking with the tech at the cardiologist's office, we've put another Xray on hold and increased the pm lasix dose to 20...
Hi Libby, and welcome, Our Lucy has been on vetmedin for years and she's currently defying medical science! She has taken it from when the murmur started...
... I agree with you and your cardiologist, Libby. Vetmedin (pimobendan) is a very powerful drug which can do miraculous things for dogs in congestive heart...
... I agree with you and your cardiologist, Libby. Vetmedin (pimobendan) is a very powerful drug which can do miraculous things for dogs in congestive heart...
I should add - sorry forgot to mention this - that Lucy wasn't asymptomatic ... that's important - she was panting, coughing a little and had a small amount of...
I really appreciate everyone's input on treatment for MVD. Maggie has not really exhibited symptoms up to this point - in fact, I debated whether to just...
Welcome Libby , Maggie, Korey & Neil. There is lots of information in the file section which you might like to check out. There are lots of very helpful...
Hi Libby and Welcome! You will get the most helpful information, understanding and compassion from our group... Our 9 year old cav, Trina, is in CHF, but has...
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