Juvenile dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs
A disease of young dogs where the heart muscle becomes thin and weak, so the heart enlarges and pumps poorly. It can cause tiredness, breathlessness, fainting and, in severe cases, sudden death.
Breeds commonly associated with Juvenile dilated cardiomyopathy (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.