Through expert medical management and advanced imaging techniques, our board certified Cardiologist can be a critical component of your pet’s total health care team.
While some cardiac conditions may be serious, many heart diseases are manageable on an outpatient basis and allow for a good quality of life. Early diagnosis and effective treatment will increase your pet’s opportunity to live a normal life.
The cardiology service at Premier – Grayslake is committed to providing exceptional care for veterinary patients suffering from various cardiac & pulmonary (lung) diseases in patients of all ages. Management of patients with both disease processes can be a challenge, but it is something our service does regularly using years of experience and advanced diagnostic imaging equipment.
Heart disease is usually broken down into two categories.
- Congenital heart diseases are cardiac abnormalities that your pet was born with.
- Acquired heart diseases are absent at birth but develop as your pet ages.
Premier can diagnose and treat both of these conditions to help improve your pet’s quality of life.
What to Expect at Your Pet’s Cardiology Visit at Premier – Grayslake.
Pets that exhibit any of the following symptoms may benefit from a cardiac evaluation:
- Heart murmur
- Shortness of breath or breathing problems
- Chronic cough
- Heart arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Congenital heart defects
- Fainting
- Fluid accumulation in the chest or abdomen
- Exercise intolerance
Our cardiologist may also evaluate your pet to assess possible risks related to anesthesia and develop the most appropriate treatment plan.
Diagnostics
Helpful Links
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals