... I suggest you take a look at the list of supplements at http://www.cavalierhealth.org/mitral_valve_disease.htm#Preventative Rod Russell Orlando, Florida...

... Do not be too discouraged. We were given the same diagnosis over 3 yrs. ago, and Trina is still here and enjoying life. She just has the cough. Try to...

Thanks, Carol. It helps to hear stories like yours. And we see the cardiologist again in two weeks, so I'll ask about Vetmedin. Best to you and Trina! Debbie...

Hello Debra, Stay positive, get the meds and diet right, look at supplements, keep him fit (but obviously don't over-exercise him) and even consider massage...

Thanks, Janette, I've already notified his breeder - she has been just great - her dogs usually don't have this happen this young! I will look into massage...

Welcome Debbie and Ollie Like several of the others here, Lucy got a similar diagnosis at age 8.5, she's still here now aged 11.5! Even now if you meet Lucy...

Thanks, Elaine - I feel much better hearing news like this. And I'll check on Ollie's food. I've already started giving him his pills in something other than...

... Debbie, our cavalier Mitch has been on lasix and enalapril for a couple years now, and started Vetmedin in January of this year. He's 8 and a half now,...

... Thank you, Pat! That's really encouraging! We have humid weather here, too - I'll watch him carefully. Best, Debbie...

Hi Debbie - Sorry to hear about Ollie - but I do so agree with Carol. I think your veterinarian is giving you the worst possible scenario - when in fact some...

Debbie, Once Ollie is on Vetmedin, you will see an entirely new dog!  I would say it added from 6 months to 1 year to my dogs life.  I put they on Vetmedin...

A huge THANKS to Pat, Linda, Sandra, and everyone else who has posted with such good advice and optimism. I really appreciate the support from people who are...