Hey Pet Pawrents!
February is all about love 💖 And nobody holds the key to our hearts like our furkids! 💖
But how can we be sure their hearts are healthy?

Let’s dive into the signs of “hidden heartaches”
and how to keep their hearts as strong as our love for them!

Short Snouts, Big Heart Risks
Did you know that pets with shorter snouts are more likely to have heart problems?
Breeds like Persian cats, Bulldogs, Frenchies, Shih Tzus, and Boxers may face breathing issues that strain their hearts. Because poor airflow into their lungs means the heart has to work overtime to pump blood through compressed lung tissue. The result is a tired, overworked heart.

Nutrition: Heart Health Starts on the Plate
“You are what you eat”—and your pet’s heart is no exception! Processed food lacks crucial amino acids (like Taurine and Carnitine) and heart-supporting vitamins.

Heart Problem Triggers Hiding Inside Your Pet
• Genetics: Purebred pets may be predisposed to heart conditions like cardiomyopathy.
• Age: Older pets are more likely to face heart issues. Senior pets should get x-rays to check their heart’s health as part of their wellness exam.

Signals for Heart Health Problem
Look out for these warning signs!

• Regularly coughing early in the morning (4 am to 5 am) or around midnight
• Faster breathing during sleep Keep track of your pet’s “sleeping respiratory rate”
• Getting out of breath easily even with only light exercise
• Bluish or lavender-coloured tongue and changes of your pet’s tongue tip
• Heart palpitations feel them by gently putting your hand on their chest,
near their elbow

How to Keep Our Pet’s Heart Strong Naturally
1. Raw or Undercooked Meats – as cooking destroys a lot of heart-supportive nutrients, at least occasional raw or undercooked meats as treats can provide amino acids and vitamins to all the difference supporting your pet’s heart health!
2. Regular, Breed-Appropriate Exercise – keep your pet’s lungs healthy and aerated!
3. Mindful Supplementation – Toxin-free heart-supportive vitamins and micronutrients added to your pet’s routine can provide extra help to keep heart cells healthy.
4. Acupuncture – Vitalize your pet’s heart meridians with a holistic “dry needling’s gentle push”
5. Homeopathic Remedies – Support energy flow and optimize your furkids heart’s efficiency

Here’s to a hearty February filled with love and long-lasting health for our furkids 💖🐾
Let’s focus on their “centre of love for us” and be smart about giving our pets the support they need to thrive!

Wishing you and your furkids a heart-healthy February! 💖🐾

ASIAPAWS by Dr Susanna Alternative & Complementary Veterinary Health Care 
Get in touch with us for consultations and tailored health care programmes for your pet www.asiapaws.com