My dog has enlarged heart, fluid in belly, tired. What to do?

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My dog has been diagnosed with an enlarged heart, he is on water tablets and after trying several heart tablets they have stopped these for now as he has so much water around his belly. They have only stopped them til the water shifts. Although the water does not seem to be going and he is so tired all the time. Doesn't seem to be passing water and doesn't seem to be drinking or eating. Please help!!! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered

Emily, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor Rocky! It sounds like he is in both right and left sided heart failure. With right-sided heart failure fluid builds up in the abdomen. In some cases we could actually remove this fluid through inserting a needle in the abdomen under the guidance of an ultrasound. Your veterinarian may be able to do this for you and I would discuss this with them. While we know that the fluid will build back up it often provides comfort/relief to the animal. I recommend calling your veterinarian to discuss what can be done to make sure Rocky is comfortable as the fluid is not getting resorbed on its own.

My dog has enlarged heart, fluid in belly, tired. What to do?

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