Heart disease affects an estimated 15% of dogs in the UK, making it the second most common cause of death after cancer.
 

But science has been coming along in leaps and bounds over the last few years, and the outlook for a dog with heart failure is often not as gloomy as it once was.
 

The purpose of this site is to explain the most common forms of heart disease in dogs, and the latest treatment options available. We also list the common symptoms of canine heart disease, so that you know what to look out for as your pet ages.
 

We are unable to give advice about any individual case. The best person to contact for this is always your vet. But if your dog has already been diagnosed with heart disease, we hope that this site will help you gain a better understanding of the condition.