CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets Blog
CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets Blog
Summer's almost done, but warm weather isn't -- watch for heat stroke in pets!
Every summer, vet clinics across the country see cases of heat stroke - a serious and often deadly...
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A Cardiology Dictionary for Pet Owners
If you ever feel like your doctor or veterinarian is speaking a foreign language, you’re not alone!...
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Meet the 2022 CVCA Calendar Contest Winners!
December 2021 We've already announced our 2022 Calendar Contest winners on social media, but we'd...
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Amlodipine -- How does it Work?
What is Amlodipine? Amlodipine is a drug that relaxes the body’s blood vessels allowing blood to...
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All about Atenolol - Your Questions, Answered!
What is Atenolol? Atenolol is a drug known as a beta-blocker that can lower stress on the heart and...
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Cats and Heartworm Disease
Did you know cats get heartworm disease? Many pet owners know how bad heartworm disease is for...
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The Case of Janus the Greyhound
Say hello to Janus! This handsome 4-year-old greyhound came to CVCA inside Austin Veterinary...
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4 Ways to Be Kind to Animals this May
Earlier this month was 'Be Kind to Animals Week'. According to the American Humane Society, "On...
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Pet IDs and Why They're Important
April marks National Pet ID Week - April 17-24, 2021. But what is a Pet ID and why is it so...
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The Weather's Getting Warmer...Walk Your Pet!
It's common sense that walks are beneficial for your dogs (and cats sometimes too)! But, in case...
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What is Congestive Heart Failure (or CHF)?
Congestive heart failure (also called heart failure) is when the heart’s ability to pump is so...
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Meet the 2021 CVCA Calendar Contest Winners!
January 2021 We've already announced our 2021 Calendar Contest winners on social media, but we'd...
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Is My Dog Having a Heart Attack?
December 2020
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Canine Chagas Disease
November 2020 Imagine a plot from a horror story…a few months after the bite of a seemingly...
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Our CVCA Team - A Day in the Life
October 2020 "Some days I'm a cat wrangler. Some days I get to snuggle puppies. Other days I...
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5 Doggy Workouts to Promote a Healthy Heart!
September 2020
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Blood Pressure Management in Small Animals: A Technician's Guide
July 2020 Ori D. Scislowicz, BS, LVT Blood pressure in small animal patients is important to...
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Preventing Animal Cruelty: 6 Simple Things You Can Do to Help
June 2020 We’ve all seen the news stories or social media posts about extreme animal cruelty. The...
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Spotlight on High Blood Pressure in Cats and Dogs
May 2020 Just like humans, our pet dogs and cats can develop high blood pressure, or systemic...
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CVCA's Response to COVID-19
April 2020 CVCA Response to COVID-19 - Essential Service with Compassion, Excellence, and Integrity
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How to Build Your Own Dog Agility Course at Home
Disclaimer: Please be sure to follow all safety precautions and instructions. CVCA Cardiac Care...
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Join CVCA for American Heart Month!
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6 Winter Pet Tips from the ASPCA!
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All About Heart Murmurs in Cats and Dogs
December 2019
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2020 CVCA Calendar Contest Winners
November 2019 We've already announced our 2020 Calendar Contest winners on social media, but we'd...
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How You Can Help During National Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month
October 2019 According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA),...
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The Top Dog Memes from 2019 (for balance!)
September 2019 Compassion, excellence, and integrity—these are the three core values that we...
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Our Favorite Cat Memes of 2019 (So Far)
August 2019 Here at CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, our focus has always been about creating the best...
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10 Signs of Heart Disease in Dogs & Cats
July 2019 Heart disease affects dogs and cats of all ages. Puppies and kittens can be born with an...
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Celebrating National Pet Month with Our Animal Friends
May 2019 May is National Pet Month, a time to give thanks for all the benefits that our furry...
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April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month: Learn More with These Helpful Tips
April 2019 Did you know that April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month? Established by the American...
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Keep Your Pet Safe During National Animal Poison Prevention Week
March 2019
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Weak Heart from Dog Food? Some Dogs Recover!
March 2019 A weak heart from diet problems (Diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy-DCM) was first...
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Join CVCA in Raising Awareness during American Heart Month!
February 2019 Did you know, heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women...
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CVCA Pet Calendar Contest Winners - 2019
December 2018 CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets is happy to announce our Pet Calendar Contest winners....
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Holiday Dangers: Poisonous Plants & Toxic Foods That Could Endanger Your Pet
November 2018 The holidays are a lively and festive time of year, filled with decorations, gifts,...
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Halloween Safety Tips for Your Pets
October 2018 While we love our pets all year ‘round, Halloween can be a particular scary time for...
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What is a Board-Certified Veterinary Cardiologist and Why Does It Matter?
August 2018 When it comes to keeping your pet healthy, there are more ways than ever to get the...
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Tips & Tricks for Traveling with Pets
August 2018 Thinking of traveling with your pet this summer? You're not alone. "An estimated 30...
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Pet Fire Safety Day
July 2018 A house fire is one of the scariest disasters anyone could face. Did you know that pets...
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American Heart Month - Heart Disease in Humans and Pets
February 2018 Heart disease is the #1 cause of death for humans both in the U.S. and globally....
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CVCA Pet of the Month Calendar Contest Winners
February 2018 CVCA is happy to announce our Pet of the Month calendar contest winners. Thank you to...
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Heartworm Disease – What is it and is my pet protected?
February 2018 By: Kacie Schmitt, DVM, Diplomate, ACVIM (Cardiology)
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CVCA Teaming Up with the Hope Advanced Veterinary Center in Rockville, MD
February 2018 Hope Advanced Veterinary Center, a leader in emergency and specialty veterinary...
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