Caring for a Dog with Congestive Heart Failure- Part 2

[@jacobh8369]

My baby girl was diagnosed CHF and given 6 months. She made it through summer but in last month showed no desire to live. She got a little sicker; vomitting. She refused to eat/drink/take treats/walk...She spent her last days sulking and just watching me (making sure Im not leaving). I knew she was suffering. She's gone now and I'm pretty lost; after having been nursemaid 24/7. To those of you going through it, TAKE LOTSA VIDEOS OF YOUR FUR BABIES!!! You'll be glad you did!

[@katiekatez84]

I’m so sorry for the loss of your baby 😞 Twinkies the same way watching my every move, I’m with him 24/7 even at work. It’s such a hard thing to go through. I hope you are hanging in there ❤️🙏

[@tanapreety5795]

Mine left too early n I was too busy taking of her that I didnot take any pictures or videos.. I feel sooo dead now.. she died yesterday morning at 11:05am. 😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@gothamcitydoc]

@@tanapreety5795 I am so sorry for you loss. My dog was just diagnosed today and I am completed devastated. I cannot stop crying.

[@KimClark1968]

My baby 16 and still holding on . I love him so much and got video since I've had him at 9 wks old which now seems like yesterday but your right take lots of videos and pictures . His daddy gets mad at times cause I take pictures and videos of everything I mean everything and he said I'm to much but he really understand later when he's watching them. I'm so sorry for your lose I already feel your pain. I don't know what I will do I'm really really really attached to my baby he's everything to me I mean EVERYTHIING and I just don't want to go threw this and I have no control over it and all I do day and night is think about it. If he's sleeping to hard I shake him just to make sure he's still alive , if he look sleepy I think something's wrong and I feel beautiful I can't get him to take his meds which is getting often but I try I really do and when he don't I just cry and cry . Everybody talks me he's had a good life just let him be and I get so mad how do I just let him be he's my baby my only baby I'm 55 yrs old and have no kids of my on no brothers or sisters nobody but a boyfriend which I love but Tazz is My BABY I'm supposed to take care of him I can't just let him be I can't but I don't know what to do and I hate hearing there nothing I can do. This is horrible it's killing me and I know he since me upset so I do I really do understand your lose and feel it in my heart I'm so sorry for your pain .😢

[@Iceis_Phoenix]

Twinkie is so precious I wonder if is still with us I have a 10 year old chihuahua named bendy jujube and she has a little bit of a cough so I took her to the vet and luckily they gave me a clean bill of health except for she has to get her teeth cleaned and she's on an antibiotic for about 2 weeks and they checked her heart and lungs and everything is good do you know how grateful I am that I heard this news and I hope and pray that all animals are treated with compassion and get the proper Health Care they need because these truly are are for babies we love our animals like their own children I can't imagine losing my dog I'd have to take a lot of time off and just be by myself and get back to sanity

[@miksauceda1147]

I have a Havaneese, almost 12. Took him to his Cardiologist after his first visit 1 1/2 yrs ago. Doctor put him on four medications but did not suggest the vitamins and supplements. I see that you didn’t go that route. I was very reluctant because of the side effects that medications can have. Don’t know how long I’ll have my boy Diego but I’m very great full to have him in my life. Bless you.

[@cindygriffith-allen5601]

Praying for our babies 🙏🏻🐶🐶❤️

[@angiepanagiotou]

How long can they live with this disease I just found out my dog has it also

[@rabinajoshi360]

Suggest me mediicine name for heart failure of dog. I need help asap

[@alyssakatz3915]

❤ hi! I know this vid was made over a year ago but I just found it. I’m hoping that sweet twinks is still doing well. I’m so grateful for your great advice. It’s so comforting to know that I’m not alone! I’ve been searching for a good holistic vet in my area so I can try to offset these conventional meds. I will-look into the supps you are using asap bc we are getting higher bun results from the heart meds and that terrifying. You have given me a day of hope during this bleak experience! I do have one tip for you. I just starting going to a vet nutritionist and she says that it’s better for the kidneys to have more than 2 meals a day. Having 3-4 smaller meals help keep the stress load on kidneys to a-minimum. Hope that helps. Would love to do you wit more detailed questions if your amenable. Lmk! Kisses to Twinkie!! ❤

[@katiekatez84]

Hi! Yes Twinkie is still here, this month marks 5 years with CHF. He also had a high BUN level and the culprit was Lasix. I put him on denamarin and lowered his Lasix and it went back to normal. Don’t listen to the statistics just take it one day at a time! Or the black cloud will follow you everywhere. Twinkie will be 17 in December and I’m hoping to have another holiday with him 🙏 he’s getting super old and it’s sad but I just try to remember I did EVERYTHING I possibly could for him and I’m grateful to still have him. Thank you for the advice and don’t lose hope, they have good days and bad days so hang in there and don’t feel alone, there’s so many out there like us. If you didn’t already, join the Facebook page, Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs, there’s a ton of support and advice on there. Good luck to you and your baby and prayers to you both 🙏❤️

[@alyssakatz3915]

P.s. Truffle’s bday is also in December on the 7th, and she will be 14. 🙏🏻💝

[@goTammygo]

Thank you SO much for not only all the 411 in both videos, but for giving us heartfelt insight & HOPE. Implementing these wonderful tips for our 13 year young chihuahua (w/ stage 4 heart murmur) TODAY! Your entire pack is adorable and so lucky to have a mum like you! Sending heaps of love and continued well wishes.

[@katiekatez84]

Your so welcome! I'm so glad my video helped because I know how scary and alone it feels to have to go through it. Good luck with your baby!! ❤

[@margoortiz3530]

You're definitely not alone 🙏🏼🦴🐶🐾❤️ my dog has a heart murmur grade 3 and she means the world to me. Thank you for sharing your story praying for twinkie 🙏🏼

[@ppppppppppp3675]

Curious my yorkie has a murmour grade 4. Did your dog have diagnostic testing?? Is he on heart meds?? All my vet wants to do is PTS him and I he aint there yet.

[@margoortiz3530]

@@ppppppppppp3675 my beloved Chihuahua has passed since this post. The only test that was given was a blood test and an x-ray she was on 3 medication, and a cardiologist was recommended.

[@robhughes2193]

I’m six months into this… And I’ve done fairly well for the most part… But lately it’s been really bad for me because I think I’m finally accepting the realities of all this...and its ripping me up. I live alone and regions away from where i grew up, so im not dealing w this well at all...Despite that shes actually doing fairly well on the 3 meds furosimide, enalipril, and vetmedin. Since the diagnosis, No emergency trips to the vet, and havent increased dosage yet...i just feel its coming... Fyi I appreciate u guys for doing this, as its already was made so excited by some of the stories of their dogs living much better with much less symptoms for what seems to be additional years on lifeIm excited about trying out these healthier options but, - i was wondering if you or anyone else has found a way to put all the pain you may have for the current situation to the side and live your best life w the dog?? How do i get brutal bursts of extreme sadness to go away so that i can enjoy her and work on getting way stronger than i am now...does anyone have any tricks or suggestions that have helped you cope w this effectively? Are there activities that are good for small dogs w chf? Clearly im a mess and all over the map w this right now...if anyone sees and feels like they can help...please do.

[@katiekatez84]

I am going through the same thing. The vet gave Twinkie 6 months to a year. In the beginning I could barely sleep at night and the feeling of doom lingered every day and night. It was and is like a nightmare. Even though every new day I have with Twinkie is a celebration the closer it gets to a year, which is this August, I am feeling more and more sad. I did hear of dogs living with CHF for as long as 4 years but Twinkies case is very severe so as much as I wish he can live more years, not knowing is the hardest part. One thing that helped me cope was to reach out to other people going through the same thing. Another is doing as much research as possible and seeing the Holisic Vet helped a lot to. She gave me some hope that with the suppliments and vitamins he can live a longer life. What we feed them is also a big part of keeping them as healthy as possible. I am having a phone meeting with a dog Nutritionist on July 11th and I would love to share with everyone about what I learn from her. When it comes to activities, I don't do any with Twinkie because even a short walk makes him cough and breath heavy. I carry him everywhere and have a strict routine with him that he is used to and routine seems to help. Just remember as sad as you are, your not alone, so reaching out, like you are, may help a little. I myself am going through the same thing so thank you for commenting my video!

[@robhughes2193]

All Fur Dogs Grooming Salon you have no idea the level of comfort just reading this brings me. Its been a brutal 4th...but im feeling better overall about things. ontop of the fact shes scared to death of fireworks and storms...i think you said it best. The harshest part is not knowing and then the sleepless nights and deciphering what to be hyper concerned about. But thank you for doing this...it helps alot more than you know. ♥️

[@bernier.3323]

Rob Hughes what’s worked for me is just taking it one day at a time and spending as much time as I can with her. As far as activities, I just take my Cavi for short walks a couple times a day especially since being on the diuretic, that’s the most exercise she gets as I don’t want her to exert herself. It’s ok if you let out a good cry, it’s all part of the grieving process. Just cherish every moment, I understand how hard this is, I’m going through it too as well, and it’s painful.

[@RusticInkAngelDesigns]

I too am dealing with this... so you give both the meds and the vitamins??? So the vitamins don’t cause issues with the meds...

[@RusticInkAngelDesigns]

As far as how to deal with it... ya I couldn’t sleep... every time I woke up I was expecting the worse... I also was afraid to go anywhere cuz I didn’t want to leave and him leave while I left ... it’s a constant worry... I personally have just said lots of loving things to him so he knows how much I love and cherish him.. and although it’s hard I know it will happen and I’m actually as ok.. with that as I can be... I don’t want to keep him here if he’s suffering and I’m really worried about the meds taking a really hard toll on him.. but just listen to your dog... they will letcha know how they are feeling... just cherish them... there’s not enough kisses and cuddles in a day... lol... thx for sharing your story...

[@artbymonicarodriguez]

My little Andy 12 year old Yorkie was diagnosed and died just two weeks later from CHF. I wish I saw your video before. Thank you for all the information. It helped me understand what I was headed for.

[@katiekatez84]

Oh no I'm so so sorry for the loss of your baby Andy 😭 I know how heart wrenching it is and I pray you can get through this. Some babys hearts are worse then others. The way things can suddenly change so quickly is so scary. We are all dreading what your going through right now and many are where you are now so know your not alone! I think I actually just saw your post on the CHF page last night. Hang in there! You will get stronger through this, just remember Andy is with you always. And you WILL be with him again one day ❤ I will be thinking of you and Andy during this difficult time 🙏❤😭

[@baylaschauer3122]

My little dog also has CHF. She is on the 3 meds you first mentioned on your first video. You have given me lots of ideas to try with my dog, thank you. Good luck Twinkie, you have a good mom.

[@Thekaychronicles]

Your videos are really helping me. My chihuahua 12 yrs old was diagnosed with CHF 3 days ago. He was placed on 2 meds. Your videos are helping me care for my cooper even better; diets and vitamins.

[@katiekatez84]

I’m so glad my videos are helpful! Twinkie was diagnosed at 12 also, he is about to be 16 next month. I try not to listen to statistics! Every dog and diagnosis is different but all we can do is the best we can for our babies and cherish every day we have with them❤️

[@s3sarahscheuererstudios384]

Thank you so much for yor loving, caring, sharing!!! This is really helpful and we are with you all!

[@iwantmylauren]

I loved this! Awesome video thanks for making it please make a part III

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you so much! I have a new video ready to post in a few days about what I feed Twinkie and then I am making another video with an update on his echocardiogram he had yesterday

[@monimendoza5583]

Pet owners please provide filtered water not tap water they really appreciate it

[@montbob100]

Thank you beautiful soul.

[@dominicanbeauty]

Wow I am so lucky to have my baby healthy for this long 🙏 A vet told me just from listening to his heart and taking an ex ray that he had CHF but I didn’t put him on any meds cuz the vet said it would be for life & meds can cause side effects… The next few vets said his heart sounds healthy… it’s been 6 years since the first vet.. Once in a while he has had a Syncope. I just found out what that is today… I’ve tried to tell my vets but they all said it sounded like he was having a nightmare. I cook the best food for my dog & he’s well taken care of. I’m giving him human vitamin e & fish oil as well. I put the oil directly into his food from the capsule.

[@Jesus-xm5gv]

which brand vitamin e do you give him? Some vets say my dog has an enlarged heart and other vets say they don't see an enlarged heart. I give her fish oil but I don't know which brand of vitamin e to trust because I hear that tocopherols are not beneficial. Tocotrienols are supposedly the only benifical part of vitamin e.

[@TwinTreesVet]

I hope it's not too late! There is a brand new minimally-invasive procedure to successfully treat mitral valve disease- it is called TEER. I just interviewed the heart surgeon and made a video about it on my channel. It has even been done in end-stage dogs. Best of luck to sweet Twinkie. You can really see how much you love him ❤

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you so much for this information! I will definitely check out your channel. I still have Twinkie he turned 16 in December ❤️

[@TwinTreesVet]

@@katiekatez84 WOW! That is amazing ❤ It is really evident how dedicated you are to him- your devotion speaks worlds. A lot of people won't even accept the referral to the cardiologist (to get a proper diagnosis, stage and started on the right path), and you went above and beyond. When your video came up on my feed- I immediately knew you were one of the people put on this earth to help animals and to teach other people how to be the best possible guardians. Wishing you and Twinkie all the very best !! -Dr. Lopez

[@lisahalston3154]

Ruffly, how much does the procedure TEER cost?

[@TwinTreesVet]

@@lisahalston3154 He talks about all of the specifics including cost in the video; there is also a second episode we just released that explains how it works:)

[@CeCeIsAlliCanBe]

Want to start off by thanking you for caring enough about your animal to go the lengths and also for sharing & being transparent to help other dog owners like me who are dealing with CHF. Currently I am about 6 months in with my 11 year old Yorkie Rambo. In the beginning we first began noticing coughing and like your Twinkie we found Rambo has the mitral valve variation of CHF, extremely enlarged heart, and about a level 5 murmur. Rambo was put on enalapril, furosemide, pimobendan, and spironolactone. After even about a month of those combined medicine we noticed one day specifically Rambo could not even move and was falling over (different from his syncope fainting episodes) and we rushed him into the vet to find Rambo was in progressed stages of acute kidney failure from the medications, after a 3 day miracle Rambo recovered from his kidney episode and was then taken off of spironolactone which they say is a experimental drug still brought into veterinary medicine due to its success with people with CHF however it seems to wreak havoc on dogs. Two supplements that Rambo was put into are AZODYL and also EPAKITIN both for kidneys which have seemed to work wonders for Rambo so I wish someone or even the vet had suggested we give him some kind of kidney support sooner before he nearly died of kidney failure. Both those supplements are very easy to use and can be ordered off things like Chewy & 1800petmeds! I did tons of research on not only CHF but also I was now fighting a kidney battle and I found that raw green tripe (sounds disgusting but yes really) is a super food in dogs that can support kidneys. You can find it online in treats but I personally found it from the Amish in Wisconsin (I’m from Chicago) so I cut up the raw cow stomach and put it over rice for my dog but dogs love the stinky smell so much they would eat it raw even though my dog has never had raw meat prior to this in his life and he is a very picky eater but it is said to be packed with nutrients! I do also give my dog CBD oil because it does help appetite but also a huge problem for us is keeping Rambo calm because he is an excitable dog so once his heart rate gets going he begins coughing or even has an episode where nothing can reverse that at that point besides excess furosemide. Rambo is also on Trazadone which is a mild sedative even used in humans dating back agesss and it has seemed to greatly help him remain calm, balance his heart rate/blood pressure and also give him more restful nights. CBD is said to also be a vasodilator so it helps blood vessels in the heart and muscles so his heart can pump easier! I started giving him something after tons of reviews online called Petwellbeing Young at Heart which is said to help heart function but I’m just reaching for options at this point because I want to make him as comfortable as possible and many said it helped with coughing as well. I recently ordered coenzyme Q as well as dandelion leaf extract so that we can have more natural options ontop of his medicine because as this progresses I hate to just keep increasing doses as doctor recommendations have a few times hurt Rambo and no one seems to consider the homeopathic & holistic options as much as we concerned pet owners and now self renowned google doctors we have become. I also read something about Liquid Oxygen online which is a mineral or nutrient that can be added to water so that it increases oxygen in the blood but have yet to try it but ofcourse worth looking into. I’m so glad that Twinkie is holding in and soldiering on just like my boy! And I am especially glad that they have as attentive owners as us because I have heard many people even vets tell me to put him down but aside from Rambo’s very scary episodes & ER visits (which have put me thousands of dollars in debt), rambo is still such a happy boy. I hope that we can continue to have success and miraculously maybe even improvement with our fur babies. Can you tell me how many times a day Twinkie receives furosemide? It is said to only last about 6 hours and Rambo is on it every 12 hours which concerns me especially when he starts showing discomfort closer to his next dose which is why I ordered organic dandelion (you need the leaf specifically as the root doesn’t have the same diuretic properties) Also, can you explain to me how the humidifier helps? I have read that before however since humidity is bad for CHF I always worried that a humidifier would make things worse! I am also rather curious about the doggy Viagra now and how that has improved your dogs episodes because Rambo’s seizures have been horrifying some even happening 3 times within 30 minutes until I had to rush him to the vet but as you know even oxygen alone is nearly $1000 so each ER visit just drains me so much I am so nervous I won’t be ready for the next emergency. How do you handle an episode and is there any way to calm a dog and their respiratory rate? When it comes to some medications I hide them in a small ball of vanilla Haagen Daz icecream and my dog literally swallows it. Dairy isn’t supposed to be the best for dogs especially sick ones but our doctor suggested it actually and said since Haagen daz is a high fat icecream that it could better support him and absorbing the medications as well however make sure the pimobendan is received on an empty stomach! Thanks again! Sending my best wishes for you & Twinkie and also best of luck for us in our fight against CHF with our babies!

[@katiekatez84]

Your welcome! Thank you for commenting my video, I really want to do whatever I can to help other people going through this. When I first got the news about Twinkie it was heartbreaking. I felt helpless. Especially after I asked the vet if there is anything special I can feed him to help the CHF and she said no, just give him whatever he wants. Don't get me wrong I am extremely grateful for vets but they are a totally different business from homeopathy. So I needed to figure out a good balance between medicine and holistic by finding answers elsewhere. It was really hard to find info about CHF at first until I found groups on fb and went to a holistic vet. I also talked to a dog nutritionist who gave me a ton of info about Twinkies diet. I made a video with the foods I'm feeding him now and I can post the link here in case you haven't seen it. 4 months after I started his new diet, his echocardiogram showed that the left side of his very enlarged heart actually shrunk back to it's normal size! He hadn't been coughing either so we haven't even been using the humidifier lately, I wondered if the humidity was ok too but it really helped him when he was coughing more. He used to be on spironolactone but started losing his appetite so we took him off of that one. Twinkie also had an enlarged liver so they put him on denamarin and he just recently finished the bottle and had his levels checked and it is back to normal. He is on furosimide twice a day along with pemobendan, enalapril and Sildenafil. The Sildenafil (viagra) is for his pulminary hypertention. He started that medication about a year ago and hasn't fainted sinc🤞 His last episode was December of 2018 and we went to the holisic vet soon after and he has improved since then. But we still take it one day at a time. I always have in the back of my mind that we might have to rush to the vet at any time so we have his bag packed and are ready to run out the door if needed. The emergency vet is indeed very expensive so I have care credit but the interest is very high. I did hear of people putting their dog in the bath to calm their respiratory rates but I never did that and I'm wondering if it would stress Twinkie out more. He also hated his pills so now that I give him liquid it's a lot easier because now he can eat when he wants and doesn't associate his food with meds. If the ice cream is working I'm sure it's fine since it's a tiny bit. I used to give Twinkie his meds in cream cheese and I know how hard it can be to get them to take their pills. Thank you again for reaching out and good luck with Rambo! He is still young and can likely keep improving since your doing so much for him! I love hearing other story's about this because it gives me hope and helps others going through the same thing❤

[@katiekatez84]

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[@charissamador7076]

For my dog’s seizure my vet recommended Purina Nuero Care. It’s medicated so it needs a prescription. At chewy.com and my dogs seizures went from twice a month to 4-5 mo apart. He also has CHF so we were trying not to have to put him on another med. his seizures are mild but check it out it was a life saver for us. Now just dealing with the chf which has been progressing ugh it’s destroying me 😒

[@jamesmolley8636]

This was very helpful, we just lost our chihuahua, CJ to CHF, our Vet only learned of the non-grain food after we had him on it for sometime. So everyone needs to research the food they give their pets. We will be preparing our other dogs meals with products we trust. It is taking some time to get over little CJ's passing.

[@katiekatez84]

I’m so sorry for your loss of CJ 💔 I believe he is watching over you right now. I am careful what I feed my pets, myself and family by reading the ingredients of everything we eat and the amount of poisonous chemicals that are in the foods we eat is insane! Well thank you for the support and for the comment it means a lot! ❤️

[@Jesus-xm5gv]

I understand dogs and cats are Not supposed to eat anything with grains. Why do you say grain-free is bad?

[@karendemello7945]

Thank you so much for posting this information. My sweet girl was just diagnosed with CHF last week and I am still reeling from the diagnosis. My brain is spinning from all of the information. I came across your videos after searching the internet. She is doing well on the meds so far. I added CO q10 and dandelion leaf extract supplements and started making her food. She has an appointment with a cardiologist at the end of the month. I appreciate your recipe videos also as vets don't seem to have much training regarding nutrition for pets with this condition. We are all just doing what we can. Hoping your little guy is doing well!

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you so much! That's good your taking your baby to a cardiologist soon, they will be able to give you a much more detailed report on her condition. When it comes to food though your right about that! It's a totally different profession. So taking your dog to a traditional vet along with a holistic vet gives it a much better balance since they need meds for their heart but the meds take a toll on their bodys so they need supplements, vitamins and special foods to give it a good balance. Twinkies case was so severe he was only given 6 months to a year and now it's a year and half later and hes doing better now then when he was first diagnosed. In case you didn't see my latest video on the recipes I feed Twinkie I will post it here in the comments. Good luck with your baby!! ❤

[@katiekatez84]

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[@amnforge]

Thank you so much for these videos

[@katiekatez84]

Aww Mr. Pickles😍 that is too cute! If you just found out then hopefully you caught it early. Once you see a cardiologist and Mr. Pickles gets an echocardiogram they will know more of what’s going on in there. Twinkie was given 6 months to a year because his case was extremely severe and I was heartbroken. But don’t let the statistics get you down, this August will be 2 years for Twinkie and he actually improved from his new diet, supplements, vitamins and meds. I’m hoping you have many more years with your baby and when you start feeling sad just remember your not alone and there is definitely hope!❤️

[@amnforge]

@@katiekatez84 Thank you for that. Mr. Pickles passed away on Thursday evening. I checked him out of his primary, was there to receive oxygen but on the way home, he was in distress so i took him to the ER. After being checked out, i was told he was in grave condition and they expected him to pass away in the next 12 hours. They were in the middle of telling me that they can hospitalize him or take him home. Of course, i was sobbing and in distraught as he was fine when we left the vet's office. Not even 2 mins later they run in and say he's crashing so I needed to come say goodbye to him. I ran to him held his paw and told him I hoped he had a great life. He drew his last breath about a min later. The docs believe his heart was so damaged that the valve to his lungs was not closing or was ruptured leading to him not being able to pump blood to his lungs to pick up oxygen. Even if they put him on oxygen at that time, he would have been in so much pain and distress. Im still devastated as his primary and I were just talking about putting him on the long term treatment to chf. I was all on board. I wasnt going to give up on him. I lost my bestfriend but i know someday we will be united. Thank you for reading this long story but most of all, thank you for helping to bring awareness about CHF. Only if I knew what to look for about 2 years ago, he would still be alive today but there's no regrets as I'm trying to make the best of this; I'm trying to bring awareness to CHF on my fb so my friends are always aware of coughs and gum color.

[@katiekatez84]

Oh no this is terrible news😭 I’m so sorry for your loss of Mr. Pickles💔 That is why they call CHF the silence killer, sometimes it is found to late. Thank God you were there for his last minutes. His spirit is with you and you will meet again. In the mean time, spreading awareness of the disease might bring some light and purpose to the devastating circumstances. There is a grieving pet fb group which can help a little if your not in it already❤️ Hang in there, I’ll be thinking of you and Mr. Pickles🙏

[@KimClark1968]

Thank you for all the advise . It good to know but hurt at the same time my baby isn't as fortunate to have access to the vet so often I wish that I could I do have him on the three medications and you're so right it's so hard to get him to take it he knows all the tricks and I just don't know what to do I'm about to pull my hair out he's sixteen years old he's a PomeranianAnd hes everything to me . I wish I could get the vitamins like y'all have I know he needs them and I'm going to do everything I can to get them but I just wanted to say thank you I really learn alot from you and I wish you'd baby all the love I can send and praying for your as I do mine for as many more peaceful days they can handle. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you so much! Twinkie turned 16 in December so we are in the same boat when it comes to age and diagnosis. I had the same problem with the meds so I switched to chicken flavored liquid meds and they were a lifesaver! My cardiologist calls it in to wedgewood pharmacy. Good luck with your baby and keep me posted if you can ❤️

[@Butch1982]

Twinkie is pretty. I always put meds in a small piece of bread and insert into his wet food. It works every time.

[@angielilliank.1109]

I’m really glad Twinkie put on a pound! This is no doubt thanks to your loving nursing that you are doing. My dog’s appetite has been poor in the morning but at least she will eat well done scrambled eggs and gluten free whole grain bread. I’ve found that the eggs have to be really well done so they get brown marks on them. It takes away from the nauseating smell of undercooked eggs. I think the scrambled eggs are better tolerated than other forms of animal protein for my baby because they don’t have a nauseating smell. Well done they have an appetizing smell. Thanks for including links to the products. What were the doses your holistic vet recommended, please? Thanks for suggesting getting meds in liquid form. The only challenge is Keeping syringe sterile. I’ll have to try that for my dog because I worry that one day she will stop letting me give her the furosemide. Love to you and Twinkie!

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you so much! The good thing about liquid meds is they send you syringes when you get the meds in the mail so after a while you’ll have so many and you can just rotate them. Twinkie will definitely eat something I cook for him over anything else. But he also likes a specific soft food I get him and it’s low sodium. Thank you for the comment and keep me posted on your baby if you get a chance ❤️

[@angielilliank.1109]

@@katiekatez84 thank you Katie. Sadly, my dog is now with the angels. She went to Heaven on December 26th. The emergency clinic tried to save her but she didn’t make it. She had left ventricular congestive heart failure. Thank you so much for giving me hope and providing suggestions for diet and supplements. Hani wasn’t getting sufficient medical care. I kept taking her to vets but the care was subpar. The cardiologists in my area were all booked and I could only find availablilty with regular vets who didn’t really know what they were doing. She was 91 in human years. My heart is devastated. She was my everything. I’m so grateful that Twinkie is doing so well and he is getting such great care. Also, the night she died, before I took her into the emergency clinic, I tried supplemental oxygen from paw print. It didn’t work, or the flow rate was so low I couldn’t feel any air and it didn’t work. However, even if it had, I’m not sure it would have saved her. Hani was in the oxygen chamber at the emergency clinic and they flooded her system with furosemide but she didn’t respond to either. My advise to your viewers is to be really assertive about getting your dog into see a cardiologist if they are booked out for a long time. Regular vets will often say that cardiology is out out of their scope of practice and won’t touch cardiovascular medications. Hugs!

[@Weirdun]

Thenks so much for information your definitely help me my Chi have ❤️ feliure he live normal life for 2 years with med. supplant and vitamins to 😢 last hem 4m today he was a my poppy baby for 16y he slipped with me l miss him day and night 😭😭😭lm ❤️broken we have best years together Nash is lovely boy never ever been forgotten 🐕. I was searching for your 3 video can’t find lm hoping you are doing okay and you baby Twhinki thenks so much again 👏🏼

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you so much 🙏I am so sorry about your baby. 💔😭 I can’t imagine what you are going through. The waves of sadness will become farther apart over time. I hope you have the support you need to get through this. Hang in there you are not alone ❤️

[@sharonoconnell7914]

Thank you so much for this video, and hoping all is well with you and your baby.

[@sharonoconnell7914]

My poor little Duchie passed away on January 24th. My husband raced to my work, but before he did he told her he was going to get mommy. When I got home she was exhaling fluid from her lungs. When she saw me she wagged her tail and climbed in my arms. She died an hour later. I will never forget that she really waited for me, the love of my life.

[@gothamcitydoc]

@@sharonoconnell7914 so heartbreaking !

[@jenhall5274]

Thankyou so so so much for your videos . I have a 13 year old chihuahua that’s really struggling with chf and fluid on her lungs . I’ve been constantly worried and up with her for the past week to try and calm her down during her episodes she has . I’ve been prescribed the tablets “upcard” and have upped her vetmedin to 3 times a day as per my vets instructions but nothing was mentioned about the diet side of things or the supplements . Im going to do everything possible like you are to try and help my fur baby . I’ve made a shopping list based on all of your suggestions. I live in the U.K. and your videos by far have been the most informative and helpful so if you ever get to see this Thankyou . You’ve given me a positive thing to focus on where I can feel like I can help her through this horrible disease x

[@katiekatez84]

Hi! Thank you so much! I’m glad my video was helpful. Twinkie was given 6 month to a year to live and he’s going on 4 years now so I really do think balancing the meds with supplements and diet really do help! Also if your dog has fluid in her lungs I’m curious why the vet didn’t give her lasix. Sometimes meds just need to be adjusted to get them stable again. I’m sorry she’s having episodes at night, that’s so scary! I’ve had countless sleepless nights with Twinkie counting his breaths or watching him breathe to make sure he’s ok. Good luck in your journey and I hope you find the perfect regimen for your baby 🙏❤️

[@ppppppppppp3675]

I live in Uk also and have a 12 year old yorkie with murmour stage 4 and vet will not prescribe meds until diagnostic testing is done. Did yours have tests?? or was it consultation and no tests and then on meds?? See my vet wants to PTS him but I wont do it as not their yet. Hes bright and bouncy. Seems all vets want to do is PTS cause he is old. Im not doing it.

[@cvsmiss7578]

@@katiekatez84 This is great news to hear it’s been 4 more years for Twinkie. My dog Cherry has been suffering with this and was diagnosed 2 weeks ago. The vet changed her meds and she’s doing so much better. I prayed many nights and things has turned around. Lasix was a big help.

[@sunnyw4040]

Thank you for your follow up video. I'll click on your links to buy some of those supplements.

[@monimendoza5583]

You are so beautiful I was very much touched emotionally I am so I'll I have HF and I wish I was a lucky dog so I could have someone like you care for me.

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you. I hope you are being taken care of during the pandemic if you have HF. Stay well 🙏

[@mlj567]

Thank you so much this has really helped me & lilly rose.

[@wendywhite2642]

I have eight dogs, mostly Chihuahuas and Jack russels, two have CHF, one passed away two years ago of it. It sure seems to be prevalent! I have been feeding dry dog food, but I sure would like to find a good diet for them. They really like Purina pro plan, but I've heard that it has stuff in it that is bad. How do you feed 8 dogs beef and fish and Chicken? I tried boiling chicken for them and boy was that a hassle!

[@ceciiliapreziose9846]

Thank you, your story is mine. My little guy going to the ER bout every 8 weeks. All what you say is right on. I hide his meds in a chuck of food, seems to work fine for him. He likes the Hills Beef stew with vegetables

[@daymonn00]

God bless this babies.. i just adopted a 5 moth old 3 poud chuhuahua.. i love him so much and am so afarid he might have a health problem he dont drink much water also hes super picki with food.. hes eyey have clear fluid but not alot but he rubs the all time.. and he sleeps alot..im praying that's normal in a 5 month pup whos also teething..

[@katiekatez84]

Aww 3 pounds!? Must be the cutest baby. Maybe its allergies. Don't feed him grain free and give him a good quality food. If he's picky with his food you could home cook for him just if you do add a multivitamin to it if you cook for him daily. I hope you can update me in a few weeks! I hope everything turns out ok. Good luck with your new puppy 😊

[@jennifershelton9819]

How do you give the VetriScience Cardio Strength? My Chihuahua has the same ideal weight is yours, but the capsule is huge. He can’t swallow it.

[@katiekatez84]

I open the capsule and put half in his food a day. His Holistic Vet said i can also give one full capsule every other day. i mix in in his food so he can’t taste it.

[@195t0343]

Have you tried or heard of medication called Vetmedin from Twinkie’s vet yet?

[@katiekatez84]

Yes he is on that now along with 3 others. Thank you! ❤

[@swamp_rat_fla1126]

What are the supplements

[@robertrice9886]

Shit. First not we i love you be strong and happy. Bob

[@marsupial2583]

How much of the Standard Process cardio-plus do you give Twinkie? I purchased the bottle thru your link but not sure, as they are capsules. I'm so glad I found your videos....my sweet Chi girl was just diagnosed w/ CHF...I am heartbroken.

[@AndreaRodgers]

Thank you

[@dyhppyx]

My dog has CHF too. I feel so sad too. I have trouble getting the meds in too. I'm thinking of trying the Omega too. Wish you guys the best.

[@katiekatez84]

Ask your vet for liquid meds, it's so much easier! And yes try the Omega-3 and Milk Thistle it may put time on your baby's life. Good luck with your pup❤

[@thecat7468]

I had the same problem so got liquid meds.

[@bgkaay8]

Hi! Thank your for this info. Does Twinkie experience any constipation?

[@katiekatez84]

Hi! I'm glad you found it helpful! Yes Twinkie has been constipated occasionally and sometimes diarrhea. I think the meds upset his tummy. I'm pretty sure the actual culprit is the lasix.

[@bgkaay8]

All Fur Dogs Grooming Salon thank you for your reply:) is there anything you give him to help with constipation? Also is Twinkie able to go on walks? You take such good care of him

[@vickigarcia5780]

We crush Mattie's meds then put them in a suring .We have no more problems. Sorry we put the meds in baby food.She loves it!!

[@katiekatez84]

I did that before I switched to chicken flavor liquid meds and it’s so much easier to give his meds, I no longer have to associate meds with food! ❤️

[@bethfeinstin143]

Hi Twinkie!!

[@dorothyhall4184]

My little dog blue has what your has to help with meds from vets l crunch big tablets with a very small amount of honey and it stick to the roof of blue,s mouth .only just been started on meds to soon to know if there are working blue is coming up to 9 in September 2023.meds for fluid on lungs frusemide and pimobenddan for heart,and advice on best food for blue would be a great help much love to your doggie family and wish you well with little friend.

[@cellphonenut]

Wow thanks so much taking the time out to help out little dogs like mine with CHF. My lil guy was just diagnosed with CHF so our journey begins. Look forward to your new videos with Twinkie🐕

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you! I hope your baby is doing good 🙏

[@ppppppppppp3675]

Hi my yorkie has heart disease but havnt had diagnostic tests yet. Would you say your vet advised the best option was to put him to sleep as my vet is adamant that would be best for my dog but he is still bright and bouncy as a button and gets up when its walkies time. Hes not ready for that. Was it expensive and did you want to give up on your dog and think the cheaper option was pts?? Thats all my vet wants and wont treat him with whatever drug he needs. Is your dog on heart meds??

[@sandraschofield9520]

I have a question for you, so my dog I had to switch him off of raw frozen raw food and I have them on the pets table but I saw what you said about the legumes the peas and lentils. Does that actually contribute to the CHF he does have CHF he’s 14 years old. I have him also on a lot of different supplements and he seems to be doing better but now I’m concerned about the food can you answer that for me? Thank you so much and I’m praying for your little boy they’re so adorable. All your dogs are so adorable. I have two of them myself. I have a girl that she’s 10 and she’s very healthy. Thank God.

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you so much! Twinkie passed away in December of 2023, but he made it over 5 years with CHF, and no he didn’t have the type of CHF that legumes could cause, that would be Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) which means the legumes can block the function of taurine, but it doesn’t necessarily mean your dog has a deficiency if they eat some peas or legumes, though a taurine supplement wouldn’t hurt either way. If they are doing good on their food now then maybe stick with it and switch it up over time if you want, it’s always good to give them some variety especially when they get older and start getting picky. Good luck with your baby’s and update in the future if you remember, thanks for reaching out! 🙏❤️

[@sandraschofield9520]

@@katiekatez84 Aww im so sorry to hear that! I will do that. He’s doing good now! 🙏🙏❤️❤️

[@zitawillingham4391]

I just lost my Chihuahua this Sunday to this disease he started having seizures and he could not walk he would collapse even when we came home from church he would get so excited he would get a seizure and collapse he slept with us but Saturday night he couldn't get comfortable my husband took him outside to use the bathroom and put him back in bed with us he still could not get comfortable we got up at five thirty to let him out again but he couldn't stand up so we picked him up and his little body went limp his head fell to the side and his bowels let lose so my husband thru on his pants and put him in the car and they went to the animal hospital but he passed away on the way there it was the saddest day of my life I'm heart broken we took him to his vet and are waiting for his ashes and paw print rest in peace dear sweet Apollo he would have been 14 in Dec

[@katiekatez84]

Oh no 😭 Poor Apollo, I'm so sorry. That must have been so tramatic for all of you. Thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time 🙏❤

[@zitawillingham4391]

@@katiekatez84 thank you I will be ok and then out of the clear blue I start crying it hurts he was like my child I bottle feed him when we got him because he was let go at 4 weeks old because the people in the paper that we found him in were running a puppy mill they said his mother doesn't want to feed him any more so I had to come pick him up which we did then we took him to our vet the next day and she had us go to petco and pick up cans of formula so I could bottle feed him which I did I am grieving that's how I found your channel and I just subbed thank you so much I will be binge watching all your great videos so thank you

[@katiekatez84]

@@zitawillingham4391 you did so much for your baby❤ I once bottle fed a puppy and when she passed it was one of the saddest days of my life, the bond we have with them is as if they are our own! The waves of sadness is the worst but eventually they get farther and farther apart. Hang in there😭💓

[@RusticInkAngelDesigns]

I’m sooooo sorry... that’s so sad... .... I’m so sorry for your loss...

[@rebeccaknox4652]

What supplements?

[@katiekatez84]

www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRU7T3XH/?k=1

[@trulyjane]

Thank you every so kindly for making these videos! How much of the Standard Process - Cardio-Plus - Supports Heart and Muscle Function - 330 Tablets do you give to twinky? My dog is 12 lbs.

[@katiekatez84]

Twinkie is about 6 pounds and I give him one tablet about every 2 to 3 days. Thank you for watching, I’m glad they helped!! ❤️

[@bobbyshoot3715]

Wish saw this video sooner 😪

[@katiekatez84]

I’m so sorry 😞

[@TL....]

is Twinkie doing better now ? someone mentioned in another video about Taurine-Deficient Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM). and that its caused by dog foods that are "grain free" , and it can be reversed with a diet change that has Taurine

[@yvonneschimmel453]

My dog has chf. Hope your babies are all doing well

[@katiekatez84]

He is doing good still, thanks! going on 4 years. I hope your baby is doing well also 🙏❤️

[@alexisCalled10]

Good advice 🙂

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you! ❤

[@katiekatez84]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@r.c.850]

Hello there.... what is the dose for the Canine Cardio support (Cardio Plus) .... thinking to give this to my 9 pound chihuahua. Help please

[@katiekatez84]

R. C. Hi! Twinkie is 6 pounds and the holistic vet said to give him one scoop per day in his food. The one I have is powered and comes with a very tiny scooper so I do it that way.

[@cellphonenut]

She is absolutely beautiful 😍

[@771blahblah]

Thanks so much for this video... Our sheltie just died from CHF. Sad.

[@katiekatez84]

Oh no, I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️

[@771blahblah]

Thank you 🙏🙏

[@scotthart6237]

You look totally different in this video….I thought you were someone else! 😂

[@Chessdvds]

Thank you for your video I have been trying to get info on what supplements I could give my dog Buddy with his meds he has an enlarged heart and liver. My first dog so I know how much I love my dog and I can not imagine ever losing him he is 9. Still a big eater and overweight he is on a diet now he has no trouble taking the meds because he is so hungry he eats them for dessert. He is a blessing to me as your dog is to you Again appreciate the info god bless you and your baby who I will pray for.

[@katiekatez84]

I'm so glad you found my video helpful! I know exactly what you are going through. Twinkie also has an enlarged heart and liver. He is now also on denamarin for his liver instead of the milk thisle. I spoke with a dog nutritionist and she suggests rotating supplements because they work best that way. There are some foods she suggested also that I want to make a new video about soon. Thank you so much and I will pray for your baby as well!

[@Chessdvds]

@@katiekatez84 Buddy is part Chihuahua and the rest I don't know he is about 37 pound and is on a diet he takes denamarin enalapril and vetmedin. I give him salmon oil and co q10 Wednesday I will ask his doctor what interacts best with his meds. What I found comforting watching your video is your love for Twinkie and his unconditional love for you. I have that with my dog who was a rescue dog for my son after 2 weeks I was taking care of Buddy best thing that could have happened to me. He would follow me everywhere and when he wasn't I was following him everywhere. I can't imagine a day without him the unconditional love you get could only be understood by other pet owners so it is nice to see your love and passion for Twinkie I am glad to hear he is still with you please keep me posted and thanks for your reply

[@MOOMOO2728]

Cardiologist lol girl. My dog is very old and there is no way I can offered a cardio doc. The first bill cost over 1,000 and the medication per month

[@katiekatez84]

That’s a lot! Where I go it’s around 400. The meds are a lot! Like around 70 a bottle. If you can’t get echos I’d just try to get blood work once a year to check BUN levels to make sure the meds aren’t giving liver damage.

[@eyesee1212]

I crush up my chihuahua's tablets and mix it with a teaspoon of water and put it on a plastic teaspoon and just open her mouth up, tilt it back a little bit and place it on her tongue slowly until she swallows it. I hope that helps people who can not get liquid form.

[@katiekatez84]

That’s what I used to do before using liquid meds. He hated the taste so that’s why I switched to liquid but it’s a good alternative.

[@luccigirlgoes]

We use oxiginated water and justvnowvacrusll oxygen tank to relieve intenae caughing snd gagging.. How can we kmow When the end is near ??? We alao use CBD TO CALM RELAX ANDCAID IN SLEEP. VERY HELPFUL.. MY LITTLE DOBBIE SCAEED HERSELF WHILE CAUGHING. RUNNIN WAY FROM HERSELF .. HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED THIS FEAR OR PAIN OR BOTH ??

[@katiekatez84]

If she is eating, drinking and blood work is good then I would say you’ll just know. Twinkie is 15 and going blind so he shutters sometimes when he gets scared of something like even a shadow or if I pet him and he didn’t realize I was there.

[@kenzievacura7216]

Thank you for sharing. My little pup was diagnosed with the same thing. How do you find ways to play, exercise and show love without over exciting/stressing him?

[@katiekatez84]

Hi, I'm so glad you found my video helpful! Twinkie has always been extremely calm and laid back and he never really played with toys even as a puppy. He does have his energetic spirts and will start digging into the bed or playing with his food or chasing another dog around for a few minutes. He liked walks and stuff when he was younger but now that he is older and has CHF we don't take walks but he does walk around the fenced in yard every day and does his daily digs but that's all when it comes to activities.

[@TapIntoAlignment]

Key...watch salt intake! The supplements really help.

[@preneecoates]

How much of each supplement do you give?I have an 11 year old Chihuahua that was diagnosed with CHF

[@katiekatez84]

He only gets a tiny bit because hes so small, I would see what the label says how much per pound. The milk thisle is a dropper and so is the omega-3 and he gets up to the first line. The canine cardiac support is a powder that comes with a tiny scooper and he gets one scoop. On days I give him fish I don't give him the omega-3. Twinkie is now on denamarin instead of milk thisle because his liver is a little enlarged so the vet gave him that but when it runs out I'm switching back to milk thisle because supplements work best when rotated. And don't over do it either! If you skip a day every once in a while it should be fine but that's just my personal experience and you should check with a holistic vet if you can to make sure your dog gets the appropriate amount.

[@Blomsterfinn7]

I have a question. My dog died last week from heart failure. He was on benazeprilhydroklorid and pimobendan. Then the vet prescribed only pimobendan but half the dosage of what my dog had been on the last 7 months. After two weeks on the new medication he died. Does it make any sense to lower a dose of heartmedication when there is no side effects present?? He was not close to the upper limit pr kg bodyweigt either. I think the vet caused his death way to soon and made a grave mistake

[@katiekatez84]

I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️‍🩹 Twinkies cardiologist told me that he would never go down on a dosage unless there was a reason. Can you find out why exactly the vet would do that?

[@Blomsterfinn7]

@@katiekatez84 I will ask him in two days when he's back from holiday. Im not going to be nice about it

[@Marcus2750-u1t]

Just went thru this, my shih tzu made it 8 months after diagnosis….. he passed yesterday and now Im just broken……

[@katiekatez84]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Having a sick dog is the hardest thing to go through. I’ve put my life on hold for Twinkie and some people don’t understand but they are like our kids. I can’t imagine the heartbreak you are going through right now although I’ve lost 2 in the past and know the pain. It comes in waves and eventually the waves get farther and farther apart, hang in there! ❤️

[@Marcus2750-u1t]

@@katiekatez84 thank you so much and yes I put life on hold and dedicated myself to him fully, I love him like my kids you know, he was such a huge part of my life….. he was with me 24/7 everyday …… just truly my best friend and it sucks going to bed now without him snug up against me…… these babies become your heart and soul you know….. anyways thank you for your kind words! Much love to u

[@jenniferadams1024]

My puppy is 6 months and have a heart murmur pda and needs heart surgery the vet gave me medications. But they told me he might not make it if he doesn’t have heart surgery. Idk what to do because I can’t afford the surgery and I’ve already reached all to many things ☹️

[@katiekatez84]

Is he getting heart surgery for just a murmur? personally I wouldn’t risk having surgery, I can’t even get my dogs teeth done because the risk is to high, I know every dog is different so it depends on what the cardiologist thinks but I just never heard of surgery for a murmur. Also if he’s a puppy did the vet say he can grow out of it? Or live a normal life with it?

[@rabinajoshi360]

I need help asp for my dog. Suggest me medicine

[@katiekatez84]

Have you had your dog seen by a cardiologist? They will know which specific meds to put them on. Twinkie is on Lasix, Pemobendan, Enalapril and Sildinafil. Those are pretty common for CHF. The Sildinafil is for pulminary hypertention. Like if your dog is passing out (syncope) you can talk to your vet about the meds and they will know what's best. Good luck!

[@rabinajoshi360]

All Fur Dogs Grooming Salon thanks for suggestion

[@HieuChiLe]

What do you mean by episode. Can you please describe.

[@katiekatez84]

An episode is when they start breathing heavy and needs to be rushed to the emergency hospital to be put on oxygen. His vet said if he has more than 30 breaths per minute then it would be considered an emergency. But always check when they are sleeping or resting to get an accurate reading.

[@angiepanagiotou]

How is ur dog now.

[@user-ly1ey6qc7d]

Which blue buffalo dog food do you give him?

[@katiekatez84]

Its Blue Buffalo small bites, NOT grain free! That causes CHF.

[@katiekatez84]

I only leave the hard food out so my dogs can munch on it through out the day but I also cook for them and they all love the sardines, even my cats eat the sardines.

[@user-ly1ey6qc7d]

@@katiekatez84 how often do you give them sardines? and what kind?

[@katiekatez84]

@@user-ly1ey6qc7d I give all my dogs and cats Sardines a few times a week but the Holistic Vet said it's ok for them to eat them every day if they want🐟

[@user-ly1ey6qc7d]

Can you link the facebook page pls

[@katiekatez84]

facebook.com/groups/1918219761731375/

[@user-ly1ey6qc7d]

@@katiekatez84 I actually looked it up and joined that exact group. its been so helpful. i'm so glad i found this video, thank you

[@williamtyson4307]

He looks like Chico

[@eccentriczombie5416]

My dog had blood in her chest cavity and her culture and blood test came came back all negative… they said her heart sounded great BUT now after her chest tap her breathing is pretty rough she breast about 35-45 per min. She hasn’t had a echo test and I’m thinking she has chf even though they said her heart is okay… it’s just all this is so expensive she is eating and drinking but her breathing is rough her hole body will jolt when she breaths…

[@katiekatez84]

Her breaths per minute shouldn’t be higher then 30, if Twinkie was in that situation I would give him lasix, if that didn’t work quickly I would take him to the emergency vet. And they would put him in oxygen and give him a lasix shot. Which we’ve been through before years ago. Did the vet give any medication? I have a friend who went through the same thing, the vet said it was kennel cough and a year later found out it’s CHF, so I think it could be difficult to know for sure without an echo. If you have no lasix on hand and can’t go to the vet then you can try dandelion rout it is like a natural dietetic but there is no guarantee this would help during an episode, over 30 breaths per minute means your dog is struggling to breath and you probably have to act fast as it can get worse quickly. Please update me if you can 🙏

[@eccentriczombie5416]

@@katiekatez84 Yea they gave me lasix and I gave her some this morning she’s not doing well right now… she is jerking around a lot but her breathing is stable

[@katiekatez84]

Also just cause her heart was ok I’m not sure why they didn’t prescribe a diuretic at the time they saw blood in her lungs, that blood can fill more and more and even fill her stomach and drown her. Weather it’s a heart issue or a leaking valve or whatever else chest related it can be, any liquid in the lungs needs to be cleared out. I’m so confused why they let you leave the vet with blood in her lungs.

[@eccentriczombie5416]

@@katiekatez84 I called a at home euthanasia place but they wanted $800 to come out here today I’m going to just wait till my vet opens on Monday

[@eccentriczombie5416]

@@katiekatez84 I don’t think she has CHF because the fluid was found outside her lungs and heart not inside…

[@ameliabiggers443]

Yesterday my 15 year old chihuahua got diagnosed with enlarge heart now she on two different meds

[@katiekatez84]

How is your baby doing? How old was she when diagnosed? I hope she is doing well 🙏❤️

[@ameliabiggers443]

@@katiekatez84 15 it was few months ago

[@ameliabiggers443]

@@katiekatez84 doing good back to her old self

[@traceyburnett2150]

@@ameliabiggers443 My baby (12yo maltese) was diagnosed 01/12/21. 1st pneumonia which was cleared...then vet informed heart was a little larger than normal. Since having pneumonia for 3 wks the coughing continues. Currently prescribed Lasix and cough med. Did ur baby cough a lot, if so, what did they prescribe. My boy was prescribed 2 different types. I forgot the names(@ work now) but sometimes they don't seem effective. Vet hopes the lasix will reduce some fluid around heart which will decrease the coughing episodes. It's been 3 days on lasix. I've ordered coenzyme q10 and cbd oil to use in addition to vet meds. He is so loved and I'm doing everything can to prolong further decline. Right now his heart is at a "little enlarged".. I'm trying to fight against it becoming really enlarged.

[@ameliabiggers443]

@@traceyburnett2150 Yes my cough alot she only taken Lasix and Enalapril the vet said she has a slight enlarged heart that pushing against her trachea

[@SCSHikers]

look at Pet Wellbeing young at heart supplements it seems to have great reviews. i started that on my dog

[@katiekatez84]

I will definitely look into it! Thank you so much! ❤

[@Jesus-xm5gv]

Dogs and cats are Not supposed to eat grains. Why do you say grainfree is bad? I understand the opposite.

[@ew0211]

Please check before you make this type of videos. Dogs with CHF should not give fish oil or high in fatty acid. For liquid meds u just need to have it compounded.

[@katiekatez84]

Do you have any sources saying that omega-3 is bad for CHF. My holistic vet and dog nutritionist both highly recommended it. I can’t find anything online that states it is bad in fact I just read that it can decrease heart issues by 10 percent. I’m not saying your wrong I really want to know more about it. I’ve been giving it to Twinkie for almost 3 years and he’s still here even though he was given 6 months to a year but I’m interested in knowing the bad side effects it can have. Thank you!

[@samgdp5952]

You’re wrong about the survival rate of the surgery it’s 94% stop spewing bs that you haven’t confirmed

[@katiekatez84]

That's what Twinkies cardiologist told me so I am going by that.

[@katiekatez84]

I'm not spewing out bullshit I'm going by what a vet told me.

[@samgdp5952]

You need to get a second opinion because your cardiologist is spewing bs this info is all over the internet my dog has been surviving with chf for 2 years now because I can’t afford surgery but don’t lead people who can afford surgery the wrong direction because they don’t know that 9.5 out of 10 dogs survive the surgery

[@katiekatez84]

@@samgdp5952 well I hope your right. I'm wondering if part of the risk is not only the surgury but the air plain ride and the overall stress in the whole ordeal. I also heard it would be bad to put them under for a teeth cleaning, wouldn't that be the same risk as heart surgery? Of course I would hope there is more of a 50/50 chance of survival, but that is just what I was told and read. But I also think every dog is different. Some may have more of a chance then others depending on the severity of the disease, age, murmer grade, etc. As of right now Twinkies severely enlarged left heart shrunk back to its normal size and so did his enlarged liver and his murmur went from a 6 out of 6 to a 5 out of 6 so I do believe the suppliments, vitamins and special diet has helped along with meds. So if someone's dog does not qualify for surgery there are other options at least.

[@samgdp5952]

All Fur Dogs Grooming Salon I wouldn’t do teeth cleaning this is the part of life that you comfort them not put them through more discomfort every dog is different but statistics are math and that doesn’t change there’s literally a 95% survival rate and thousands of dogs have been through the surgery you can look this up but it runs about 30,000 total with airfare and all and it’s a 6month waiting period

[@cellphonenut]

Sorry I called him a she 😬

[@monimendoza5583]

Pet owners please provide filtered water not tap water they really appreciate it

[@katiekatez84]

Yes! Great point. That is something Twinkies nutritionist told me to do. Also glass bowls only. Thank you for the info!