My dog has an enlarged heart. Is there a cure or will he die soon?

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Hi my dog brownie was seen today at his clinic because they said he had the flue was g iv ing antibiotics but his cough got worse so they took exrsys and said he had s chronic condition his heart is too big . Causing presure on his lungs but needs an ultra sound . What does that mean will he did soon? Is there a cure fgp r my doggy? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 13 years old | 37 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry Brownie isn't doing well! It sounds like he has heart disease, which can be common in senior dogs. Unfortunately there is no cure for heart disease, but the symptoms can be managed with medication. The echocardiogram (ultrasound of his heart) will give more information on how his heart is pumping blood and how serious his heart disease is so that a prognosis can be given. This doesn't necessarily mean he will die soon, but it's unfortunately a possibility given his age. Hopefully the heart disease isn't significantly progressed and medication can help him, and the echocardiogram will provide more information. I hope this helps.

My dog has an enlarged heart. Is there a cure or will he die soon?

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