It's the American Heart Month, and Though we are to pay special attention to heart matters this month, we should not forget our furry companions too. A dog's heart work's almost the same as it's human companion and whilst most Dogs rarely suffer from coronary artery diseases, Age and other factors like lifestyle tend to weaken Dogs heart which ultimately can lead to congestive heart failure very common among senior pooches. Ultimately, a healthy Dog is what all dog owners wish for but like their Human friends, diet, lifestyle and age are factors that are known to be hard to reign in.
Consequently, keep in mind that to start your journey to optimum health for your furry friend, you must first know your breed, it's a common fact that straight legged dogs like Boxers and Dobbermans have a higher rate of heart diseases because straight forelegs and narrow interscapular space lead's to flow congestion, which weaken's the heart, this means knowing the type of dog breed you have, and it's accompanying nutritional and lifestyle requirement is crucial in the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle.
To achieve a healthy heart for your Dog, first of all you must have regular visits with your local Vet, regular check ups help in preventing infections and disease, and also promotes proper grooming practices. Proper and Adequate diet rich in heart healthy foods and regular exercise are key and essential elements to a healthy heart. Although obesity in Dogs are far more common than most Dog owners like to admit, it is the number one cause of most dog ailments like diabetes, decreased stamina, heat intolerance, certain skin conditions, reproductive and digestive problems, and Most Importantly heart Related problems too.
Be on the look out for bugs or parasites that can transmit diseases like the heart worm disease, which often lead's to inflammat