Olympic Veterinary Cardiology

Olympic Veterinary Cardiology Partnering with local vets, OVC offers complete heart care for pets. Teamwork and collaboration are essential to successful management of any patient.

From our advanced Outpatient Center in Everett, WA, to exclusive concierge services across the Seattle area, we're here to ensure your furry friends receive top-notch cardiac care! Bringing the specialist into your local practice allows for a direct line of communication, ensuring all questions are answered and all nuances conveyed and taken into consideration. Continuity of care and a full unders

tanding of the patient’s history are essential components. Having the local veterinarian and team directly involved in the advanced diagnostics ensures complete understanding and making sure your questions are answered. We increase availability of advanced diagnostics for all animals and minimize patient stress by using a familiar environment with your client and team members, while keeping advanced diagnostics affordable. Dr. Maran will meet with you and your team, discuss the clinical history, evaluate the patient, and then perform the appropriate diagnostics. All results are immediately shared with your clinic and can be discussed prior to the conclusion of the appointment. You are welcome to be present for all portions of the cardiac consultation and ask questions as they arise. As a team, we can provide the best therapeutic plan for your patients and clients. If there is an unfamiliar disease process or questions you are not comfortable answering, Dr. Maran will explain the disease and management options and make sure you are confident in the ongoing management of each case. Your clients are welcome to join us for the cardiac evaluation and see the underlying disease process first-hand. When the consultation is complete, you will receive a comprehensive report via e-mail that can be printed or added to any electronic medical record system. Faxed reports are also available, if preferred. If any questions persist or arise, Dr. Maran remains available to assist in the management of your cases.

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in Cats 🐾🫀 HCM is the most common heart disease in cats. It causes the heart muscle to becom...
09/24/2025

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in Cats 🐾🫀

HCM is the most common heart disease in cats. It causes the heart muscle to become abnormally thickened, which makes it harder for the heart to fill with blood — a condition known as diastolic failure.

As the heart struggles to fill, pressure builds and the left atrium enlarges, which can lead to:

Congestive heart failure (fluid in the lungs)

Labored breathing — a life-threatening emergency

📈 HCM is progressive, but the speed of progression varies between cats. Routine echocardiograms are essential to track changes and adjust treatment.

⚠️ An enlarged left atrium increases the risk for thromboembolic events — blood clots that can travel through the body. The most common is a "saddle thrombus", where a clot blocks blood flow to the hind legs, causing:

-Sudden pain
-Cold, non-functional limbs
-Distress or paralysis

💊 The FAT CAT study found Plavix (clopidogrel) to be the most effective antiplatelet medication to reduce clot risk in cats, but we do have several preventative options available!

🚨 Sudden limb weakness, pain, or difficulty breathing? Get to a vet immediately. Time matters.

Winnie wasn’t too sure what to expect at her cardiology appointment 🫀… but with doting staff and on-demand bird watching...
09/24/2025

Winnie wasn’t too sure what to expect at her cardiology appointment 🫀… but with doting staff and on-demand bird watching, we’re hoping she leaves us 5 paws on Yelpurrr 🐾✨.

Restrictive Cardiomyopathy in Cats: What You Should Know 🐱❤️ Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM) is a form of heart disease...
09/22/2025

Restrictive Cardiomyopathy in Cats: What You Should Know 🐱❤️

Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM) is a form of heart disease where the heart muscle becomes stiff and scarred, limiting its ability to relax and fill properly. This can lead to left atrial enlargement, congestive heart failure (fluid in the lungs), and difficulty breathing — a true medical emergency.

RCM is progressive and not curable, but the rate of progression varies. Routine echocardiograms help monitor changes and guide treatment.

⚠️ Once the left atrium is enlarged, cats are at increased risk for blood clots. These can lodge in major arteries, most commonly at the distal aorta ("saddle thrombus"), causing sudden pain, cold limbs, and paralysis. Other sites include the front leg or, rarely, the brain — which can be fatal.

💊 The FAT CAT study showed Plavix (clopidogrel) is the most effective antiplatelet medication to reduce the risk of clot formation, but we do have many preventative options available!

🚨 Sudden leg weakness, pain, or labored breathing in cats is a medical emergency. Don’t wait — seek veterinary care immediately.

New human sibling? Cute.But Biscuit made it very clear: SHE'S still the baby. 🐾✨
09/21/2025

New human sibling? Cute.
But Biscuit made it very clear: SHE'S still the baby. 🐾✨

Making the PNW Home for TEER: Advanced Heart Care, Close to Home 🫀🏠This week, we had the incredible privilege of helping...
09/19/2025

Making the PNW Home for TEER: Advanced Heart Care, Close to Home 🫀🏠

This week, we had the incredible privilege of helping another patient in their battle with myxomatous mitral valve disease. 💙

On Tuesday, our team performed a TEER procedure on a very handsome Chihuahua mix. When we first met him late last year, he was stable in his valve disease (Stage B1). But by July, his mitral valve disease had significantly worsened — and just a week after that visit he experienced an episode of congestive heart failure from a chordal rupture (a devastating and life-threatening set back!). From that moment, time was of the essence to give him the best chance at a long and happy life.

Over the past month, our team worked with meticulous care to ensure he was the perfect candidate for TEER. He handled the surgery like an absolute champ, recovered smoothly, and transferred seamlessly to our friends at Timberline Veterinary Emergency and Specialty. He did so well he was discharged from hospital just 36 hours after surgery with oral pain medications keeping him entirely comfortable! 🙌

This morning, we saw him back for his 72-hour post-op recheck, and we’re beyond thrilled to report that his surgery was a success! 🎉 The V-clamp is in a stable, normal position with no signs of movement or detachment — and even more exciting, his left ventricle and atrium have already normalized.

We’ll see this sweet boy back in a month for another post-op check, but for now, we couldn’t be happier about his incredible progress. 🐾💙
Check out the photos below to see our team (and the clamp) in action!

HongYu medical

09/19/2025

Ever wonder what really happens when we take your pet “to the back”? 👀
This is it.
Treats, tricks, and tails. ✨🐶🐱

Aortic Thromboembolism in Cats: A True Emergency 🐾❤️‍🔥 An aortic thromboembolism (ATE) — often called a "saddle thrombus...
09/18/2025

Aortic Thromboembolism in Cats: A True Emergency 🐾❤️‍🔥

An aortic thromboembolism (ATE) — often called a "saddle thrombus" — occurs when a blood clot forms in the heart and travels to the distal aorta, blocking blood flow to the hind limbs.

🚨 Signs may include:

-Sudden hind limb paralysis or weakness
-Cold, painful limbs
-Panting, vocalizing, or distress

This is an incredibly painful and critical condition, and sadly, about 50% of affected cats are also in congestive heart failure at the time of diagnosis.

💊 Thanks to the FAT CAT study, we now know that Plavix (clopidogrel) is the most effective antiplatelet therapy to help prevent future clots in cats, but we do have several preventative options available!

🐱 If you suspect your cat may have a thrombus:

Handle them gently and cautiously — they are often in extreme pain and may scratch or bite out of fear.

-Minimize stress.
-Place them in a secure carrier and contact a veterinarian immediately.

ATE is a life-threatening emergency, but rapid veterinary intervention can make all the difference. The absolute best plan is to identify cats at risk and start preventatives when necessary – aiming to avoid this devastating emergency entirely.

High blood pressure isn’t just a human problem — cats can get it too. 🐱💥 Systemic hypertension means elevated blood pres...
09/12/2025

High blood pressure isn’t just a human problem — cats can get it too. 🐱💥

Systemic hypertension means elevated blood pressure throughout the body, and in cats, it’s often linked to other underlying conditions.

🧪 Common causes in cats include:

-Chronic kidney disease
-Hyperthyroidism
-Other metabolic disorders

Or, sometimes, there’s no identifiable cause at all (idiopathic/essential hypertension)

Why does it matter? High blood pressure makes the heart work harder and can lead to serious damage to vital organs — including the brain, heart, kidneys, and even the eyes 👁️

💊 If we can find the underlying cause, we treat that first. Then, we use medications to help control blood pressure and protect those critical organs. Regular monitoring is essential to fine-tune treatment and keep cats feeling their best. 🩺✨

Pulmonary hypertension in cats? Yep — it happens. 🐱🫁 Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is high blood pressure in the...
09/11/2025

Pulmonary hypertension in cats? Yep — it happens. 🐱🫁

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is high blood pressure in the lungs, and while it's more common in dogs, it can affect cats too — especially those with chronic respiratory issues.

💢 In cats, PAH can be caused by:

Heartworm disease 🦟

Blood clots to the lungs (pulmonary thromboembolism or PTE events)

Chronic airway disease (like fibrosis, pneumonia, or cancer)

And in some cases, the cause remains unknown (idiopathic)

Congenital heart disease

What’s going on? The blood vessels in the lungs become damaged, thickened, and narrowed, making it harder for blood to flow and putting stress on the heart in the form of increased pressure.

💊 While we can’t cure PAH or fully normalize lung pressures, medications can lower pressures, ease symptoms, and improve quality of life for many feline patients.

If your cat is coughing, breathing harder than usual, or showing signs of fatigue, a veterinary check-up (and sometimes a cardiology consult) can make all the difference. ❤️‍🩹

Sometimes it's not about food – it's about the heart.As heart disease progresses, the body uses more energy. That can le...
09/10/2025

Sometimes it's not about food – it's about the heart.

As heart disease progresses, the body uses more energy. That can lead to gradual weight loss, even if your pup's diet hasn't changed.

📉 Track your dog's weight and don't ignore slow, unexplained loss. It could be the clue you need.

🎉 Happy Workiversary to the one and only Anna Carew! 🎉 It’s officially been a whole year since she joined the OVC crew—a...
09/10/2025

🎉 Happy Workiversary to the one and only Anna Carew! 🎉

It’s officially been a whole year since she joined the OVC crew—and honestly, we’re not sure how we ever survived without her. From her talent, positivity, and that accent that makes even medical jargon sound glamorous… OVC just wouldn’t be OVC without Anna. 💙

Here’s to many more years of laughter, brilliance, and us pretending not to be jealous of how effortlessly cool she sounds at all times. 😉✨

Please join us in celebrating one of our fabulous LVTs! 💞

🐾 It’s not often that we get to see puppies in our clinic — and it’s even rarer when we get to deliver such happy news!M...
09/07/2025

🐾 It’s not often that we get to see puppies in our clinic — and it’s even rarer when we get to deliver such happy news!

Miss Tula, a 2-month-old Rhodesian Ridgeback, came to visit us recently after her rDVM noticed a heart murmur during her puppy checkups. 💙 Her mom even mentioned how comfortable Tula seemed during her visit, which absolutely made our day! ✨

We’re thrilled to share that, for now, it looks like Tula’s murmur is physiologic — which means it’s suspected to be benign! 🙌

She’ll still come back to see us as she grows so we can keep a close eye on her, but for now? Tula gets to live her very best puppy life with her sister at home 🐶🐶💖.

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