Cardiac disease in dogs
A broad term for any condition affecting the structure or function of the heart, whether present from birth or developing with age. It can reduce the heart's ability to pump blood, leading to tiredness, coughing and heart failure.
Breeds commonly associated with Cardiac disease (1)
Related cardiac conditions
Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.