09/03/2026
💛 MURMUR MONTH - Why heart murmurs are hard to spot at home 💛
Many owners ask ‘Wouldn’t I notice if something was wrong with my pet’s heart?’
The honest answer is often, no. Early heart changes rarely cause obvious symptoms. Coughing, exercise intolerance or breathing changes usually appear much later, when the heart disease has progressed. This is why listening to the heart and assessing it clinically is so important.
As part of our MURMUR MONTH, we are focussing on early checks - before pets feel unwell - so decisions can be calm and informed, rather than reactive.
📞 If your pet is old, or a breed prone to heart issues, a heart check could be worthwhile. We are offering complimentary heart health checks throughout March, so contact the practice to arrange a consultation with one of our vets while spaces are still available.
