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    DCM in Dogs: Signs, Prognosis, Survival Times and …

    • Learn about dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), a heart disease that affects large and medium breeds of dogs. Find out the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and survival rates of DCM in dogs.… See more

    Signs and Symptoms

    The age of onset of DCM in dogs varies between 3 and 7 years old (4). The signs of muscle thinning and dilation in dogs cannot be seen without testing. However, several retrospectiv… See more

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    Causes of DCM in Dogs

    It a common misconception that taurine deficiency is the primary cause for DCM. … See more

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    Tests and Diagnosis For DCM in Dogs

    There are three different types of tests that a veterinarian might use to diagnose DCM in dogs. Each test helps to evaluate different parts of the dog’s heart or lungs. The first of t… See more

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    Treatment Plan

    Once testing has been completed, a diagnosis has been made, and the extent of the damage has been determined, a treatment plan may be suggested (7). There are a f… See more

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  1. Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) affects the heart muscle in dogs, making it harder for the heart to pump and contract12345. Symptoms of DCM in dogs include12345:
    • Weakness
    • Lethargy
    • Weight loss
    • Coughing
    • Increased heart rate
    • Collapse
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Panting
    • Abdominal distension
    • Reluctance to lie down
    • Inability to rest comfortably
    • Worsened cough
    • Reduced activity
    • Loss of appetite
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    Dilated cardiomyopathy affects the heart muscle in dogs, stretching it out and making it harder for the heart to pump and contract. It can lead to blood backing up in the heart or fluid accumulation in the lungs. Dogs with DCM might experience symptoms like weakness, lethargy, weight loss, coughing, increased heart rate and collapse.

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    The major DCM symptoms in dogs are usually caused by the mentioned fluid buildup in the lungs, which leads to decreased oxygenated blood to the body. With that in mind, the most prevalent DCM dog symptoms are: Lethargy Difficulty breathing Coughing Weight loss/low appetite Sudden collapse Panting

    Understanding DCM in Dogs —Your Com…

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    These are some of the most common symptoms of DCM in dogs: Lethargy Anorexia Labored breathing Panting Coughing Abdominal distension Sudden collapse

    DCM in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms & Treat…

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    The disease happens slowly over time and might not show any signs, but DCM symptoms in dogs can come on suddenly. Signs and symptoms vary depending on the stage of the disease and the breed of dog. Symptoms include: Fast heart rate Coughing Trouble breathing Fast breathing or panting

    Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Symptoms and …

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    Some dogs with dilated cardiomyopathy experience abdominal enlargement or heavy breathing because of fluid accumulation in the abdomen or chest. More advanced signs of heart failure can include labored breathing, reluctance to lie down, inability to rest comfortably, worsened cough, reduced activity, loss of appetite, and collapse.

    Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs - …

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    Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Symptoms and Treatment for Dogs