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The Family Pet is a podcast for curious pet parents. We believe that the more you know about pet healthcare, the better pet parent you can be. Advancements in the veterinary industry have provided pet parents with more care options than ever before, but all these choices can leave pet parents with feelings of confusion and uncertainty when it comes to making decisions in the veterinary office. The Family Pet hosts and guests bring their years of veterinary experience and expertise to the microphone to share useful information which will help you have a better understanding of the veterinary care options available. We will empower you with the knowledge to make educated decisions regarding your pets healthcare needs, and help you be the human that your pet already thinks you are! Language: en Genres: Education, Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 117 Veterinary Cardiology (part 2 of 2) with Dr. Eric Owens
Episode 117
Thursday, 17 July, 2025
In this episode of the Family Pet Podcast, hosts Michael and Stephen Shirley interview veterinary cardiologist Dr. Eric Owens, Cardiology DVM | DACVIM. They discuss various aspects of pet heart health. They explore common heart diseases in pets, including mitral valve disease in small dogs and dilated cardiomyopathy in large breeds. Dr. Owens shares insights on surgical interventions, the importance of early detection, and tips for maintaining heart health in pets. The conversation also touches on the emotional aspects of heart health, including the phenomenon of broken heart syndrome in humans.Keywordspet health, veterinary cardiology, heart disease, pet care, pet surgery, mitral valve disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, pet heart health, veterinary specialistTakeawaysThe more you know about pet healthcare, the better pet parent you can be.Pet Heart Month is celebrated in February.Common cardiac surgeries are often performed on young dogs with congenital heart diseases.Without treatment, certain heart conditions can be fatal for pets.Mitral valve disease is the most common heart disease in small dogs.Dilated cardiomyopathy primarily affects large and giant breed dogs.Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a significant concern in cats.Monitoring breathing and signs of distress is crucial for pet heart health.Early detection of heart disease can lead to better outcomes for pets.Broken heart syndrome in humans is known as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy.
