Ok, so I observed some heavy breathing along with very strong pulse on my Rosco a couple of times in the past couple of months. At first, I did not think much of it since the two females are always starting trouble with him but last week I was able to observe an episode that lasted about 10 mins and his heart was beating so hard, it felt like it was in my hand! So of course, I take him to the vet. He was tested for heartworks, a comprehensive Blood Profile and CBC was done, Electrolyte Panel and Thyroid and Cholesterol panel. The good news is that all of the above were fine. The bad news is that if this occurs again, hopefully when Im around I am to look for pale gums/tongue. If it occurs again he will have some x-rays done and an EKG. The doctor mentioned that he might have a heart condition. He gave me some information on Cardiomyopathy, which I had read on before and have researched in detail since our visit withe vet this weekend. My questions are: Have any of you dealt with this before? Any advice?
I thought with him being 2 years old that he is kindda yound to have that but...
Any information is appreaciated.
I thought with him being 2 years old that he is kindda yound to have that but...
Any information is appreaciated.