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CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets is dedicated to collaborating with your veterinarian to deliver compassionate, expert cardiac care.

Why CVCA

CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets has been the leading choice for veterinary cardiology since 1987. We see over 24,000 patients per year in 14 locations, more than any other board-certified veterinary cardiology practice worldwide. CVCA offers:

• Doctor Training and Experience: Board certified veterinary cardiologists
• Expertise ensures accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment plans - a lon

ger, healthier life for your pet.
• Partnership for Optimal Outcome and Care
• Collaboration with Primary Care Veterinarian
• Exceptional, Compassionate Service - over 99% of our families would recommend us
• Flexibility in Payment
• Philips Epiq 5C echocardiography machines, the latest technology, and software for accuracy in measurements and images
• Comprehensive discussion on all aspects of the management of your cardiac patient including diet, nutritional supplements activity levels, anesthesia risk management, and options for medicating
• Ensures correct diagnosis and treatment the first time
• Availability for same day urgent patients

www.cvcavets.com

01/04/2025

Eric Gizmo was previously diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and is currently on Rivaroxaban therapy.

What is Rivaroxaban❓❓ This is an anticoagulant agent. Like clopidogrel, it is used in order to decrease the risk of abnormal blood clot formation.

Eric Gizmo continues to thrive at home and we couldn't be happier!! We will monitor him closely to help him live the most comfortable life as long as possible! 🐾

31/03/2025

Get peace of mind with every order on our online pharmacy. When you shop with your trusted, local vet team, you can look forward to professional, fast service, vendor guarantees, and competitive pricing compared to other big box retailers. Visit our website to shop our online pharmacy! 📲

24/03/2025

We offer same-day appointments to ensure your pet gets the care they need when they need it. Call us today to book their appointment!

17/03/2025

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We feel so lucky to have the privilege of caring for your furry family members. ☘️

16/03/2025

It’s National Poison Prevention Week, so we want to remind you to keep your pets away from these common household items that are toxic to pets! ❌

13/03/2025

Happy Canine Veterans Day to all brave four-legged heroes who have served our country. ❤️ Join us thanking all who have served for their service and sacrifice in the comments.

12/03/2025

Did you schedule your echocardiogram today??

05/03/2025

EAR-Resistible 🐰

Carlo was presented to CVCA for an initial evaluation of radiographic cardiomegaly and a murmur. After careful examination by Meghan Allen, DVM, DACVIM, Carlo was diagnosed with a ventricular septal defect (VSD).

What is VSD ⁉️

This is a heart defect that involves a communication between the left and right sides of the heart. The end result is abnormal shunting of blood back through the blood vessels of the lungs, which in turn circulates back to the left side of the heart.

The majority of the effects of a VSD are related to the size of the defect and therefore, the amount of blood that is allowed to shunt abnormally. In very large defects, massive amounts of blood can recirculate, causing overload of the left side of the heart and eventual congestive heart failure. Conversely, animals with very small VSDs generally remain asymptomatic and never experience a problem associated with their heart defect. Carlo has a large VSD with significant shunting of blood from the left heart to the right heart. This has led to significant enlargement of his heart, and with evidence of congestive heart failure on chest x-rays (fluid in the lungs secondary to heart disease). Congestive heart failure is managed in rabbits with several medications, most commonly with furosemide (loop diuretics) and enalapril (ace-inhibitors). Pimobendan is a medication that can also help boost cardiac function.

Medical therapy was initiated for sweet Carlo and our plan is to monitor him closely to try to keep him feeling better for longer.

We are sending bunny hugs your way! 💙

27/02/2025

What every pet owner should know about their pet’s heart health. ❤️

If your pet needs a veterinary cardiologist, find a CVCA location near you cvcavets.com/locations/

25/02/2025

VCA SE Portland Animal Hospital referred Jenga to us due to a historic heart murmur.

After his exam with Gregg Rapoport, DVM, DACVIM, we were happy to report that his echocardiogram revealed only a benign explanation for Jenga’s heart murmur, namely a phenomenon known as dynamic right ventricular outflow tract obstruction. As a solo finding without any other echocardiographic abnormalities (as is the case for Jenga), this is a harmless entity that is common in cats. While it includes blood flow turbulence that results in an audible heart murmur as was previously noted for Jenga, it does not cause enlargement of the heart, lead to congestive heart failure, or cause any symptoms. This is great news for Jenga since we have an explanation for the murmur that was noted, yet it does not constitute a disease or a reason for concern. As such, he does not require any heart medications, and there is no need for planned cardiac re-evaluation.

We love good news!! 🐆

21/02/2025

It’s that time of year again! ❤️

Our amazing teams across the country celebrated Wear Red Day on February 7th in honor of American Heart Month, raising awareness about the importance of heart health.

Now, we need your help to crown this year’s winner! 🏆✨

📸 Vote by scrolling through the photos and reacting with a ❤️ or 👍 on your favorite team’s picture. The team with the most reactions wins!

🗳️ Voting closes next Friday, 2/28 at 12 PM CT—so cast your vote before time runs out!

A huge shoutout to our eight participating offices:
🔹 CVCA Vienna
🔹 CVCA San Juan Capistrano
🔹 CVCA Louisville
🔹 CVCA Portland-Hollywood
🔹 CVCA Springfield
🔹 CVCA Fairfax
🔹 CVCA Knightdale
🔹 CVCA Wheat Ridge

Let’s show some love for our incredible teams! ❤️🐾

18/02/2025

Did you know this about your pet’s heart health? Share with other pet parents! ❤️

If your pet needs a veterinary cardiologist, find a CVCA location near you at cvcavets.com/locations/

18/02/2025

What’s not to love about our online pharmacy? Visit our website today to shop!

14/02/2025

Happy Valentine’s Day! We love having the honor of caring for your furry family members & know the love you share with them is a special one. ❤

10/02/2025

How much do you really know about your pet’s heart health?

February is ! Throughout the month, several of our veterinary cardiologists will be myth-busting common perspectives around pet cardiac health.

Get excited to learn more about your furry friend's heart health from some experts! ❤️

If your pet needs a veterinary cardiologist, find a CVCA location near you at cvcavets.com/locations/

08/02/2025

Do you have a scaly, feathered, or furry friend that’s a little outside the norm? 🐍🦎🦜 Our team offers expert care and advice for exotic pets. Call us today to book their appointment!

03/02/2025

This Pet Heart Health Month, here are some tips to help keep your pet’s heart healthy!

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Did you know this about your pet’s heart health? Share with other pet parents! ❤️ If your pet needs a veterinary cardiologist, find a CVCA location near you at cvcavets.com/locations/ #americanheartassociationmonth #pethearthealthmonth #petcardiachealth #vetcardiaccare #veterinarycardiologist

HAPPY SHELTER PETS DAY (which is on the first Thursday after Thanksgiving)! How to Celebrate: 🐶 Support a shelter -Shelters often rely on donations to feed and care for their pets, and sometimes they run on a tight budget. Money, though, is not the only way to show support. You can donate supplies such as food, litter, or toys. 😺 Adopt a pet from a shelter -A good way to celebrate is to adopt a pet from a shelter. Adopting a pet is a lifetime commitment that requires planning. Once you have made plans and are ready to make that pet a part of your family, don’t hesitate to go for it! 🐶 Spoil your pet -If you already have a pet that you adopted from a shelter then, today would be a good day to spoil them with treats, do their favorite activity, or anything you think would brighten up their day!

CVCA Portland had so much FUN supporting the Columbia Gorge Humane Society at the Turkey Trot. Thanks for having us!! 🦃🧡

CVCA treats your pets as if they were our own! ❤ 🐾

Happy International Cat Day!!! 🐈

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Why CVCA CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets has been the leading choice for veterinary cardiology since 1987. We see over 20,000 patients per year, more than any other board certified veterinary cardiology practice worldwide. CVCA offers: • Doctor Training and Experience: Board certified veterinary cardiologists • Expertise ensures accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment plans - a longer, healthier life for your pet. • Partnership for Optimal Outcome and Care • Collaboration with Primary Care Veterinarian • Exceptional, Compassionate Service - over 99% of our families would recommend us • Flexibility in Payment • Philips Epiq 5C echocardiography machines, the latest technology, and software for accuracy in measurements and images • Comprehensive discussion on all aspects of the management of your cardiac patient including diet, nutritional supplements activity levels, anesthesia risk management, and options for medicating • Ensures correct diagnosis and treatment the first time • Availability for same day urgent patients www.cvcavets.com