CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets

CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets Together, we can ensure that your beloved pets lead long, healthy, and love-filled lives.
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At CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets - Lawndale, CA, our mission is to enhance your pet's vitality and happiness by diagnosing, treating, and managing cardiac conditions with expertise and care. Discover the CVCA difference in cardiac care, where compassion meets cutting-edge technology to safeguard the hearts you hold dear.

02/27/2025

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/

02/25/2025

You might be surprised to learn these things about your pet’s heart health. Share this with your fellow pet parents!

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

VCA SE Portland Animal Hospital referred Jenga to us due to a historic heart murmur. After his exam with Gregg Rapoport,...
02/25/2025

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!! 🐆

It’s that time of year again! ❤️Our amazing teams across the country celebrated Wear Red Day on February 7th in honor of...
02/21/2025

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! ❤️🐾

02/18/2025

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/

What’s not to love about our online pharmacy? Visit our website today to shop!
02/18/2025

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

Happy Valentine’s Day! We love having the honor of caring for your furry family members & know the love you share with t...
02/14/2025

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. ❤

How much do you really know about your pet’s heart health? February is ! Throughout the month, several of our veterinar...
02/10/2025

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/

Do you have a scaly, feathered, or furry friend that’s a little outside the norm? 🐍🦎🦜 Our team offers expert care and ad...
02/08/2025

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!

This Pet Heart Health Month, here are some tips to help keep your pet’s heart healthy!
02/03/2025

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

Eat Good, Feel Good! 🌾Blue had previously been diagnosed with diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy which has resolved ...
01/28/2025

Eat Good, Feel Good! 🌾

Blue had previously been diagnosed with diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy which has resolved following transition to a grain-inclusive, non-legume-based diet and supplementation of taurine.

We are thrilled to report that Blue’s most recent echocardiogram was normal. 🥳 Compared to his last echocardiogram, the measurements of his heart’s size and function have further improved and are all in their normal ranges, providing additional evidence that the previous abnormalities were related to diet.

Given the absence of any significant findings, medications and supplements should no longer be necessary. As long as Blue’s next echocardiogram continues to be normal, he should not require any additional cardiac follow-up appointments.

We are so excited for you Blue!!! 💙

Here are some of the top benefits of ordering from our online pharmacy. Visit our website to shop today!
01/27/2025

Here are some of the top benefits of ordering from our online pharmacy. Visit our website to shop today!

Change a Pet’s Life Day! 🐾Change a Pet's Life Day is celebrated annually on January 24. This day isn’t only life-changin...
01/24/2025

Change a Pet’s Life Day! 🐾

Change a Pet's Life Day is celebrated annually on January 24. This day isn’t only life-changing for our pets, it changes our lives for the better too. Everyone can agree that having a pet brings a limitless amount of happiness and solace since they give us their eternal love, devotion, and support. This day enables us to provide a new home for one or more of the millions of animals in shelters. If you aren’t ready to get a new pet just yet, we’ll go through different ways you can improve the lives of the animals below.

How To Help:

❤ Adopt a pet
❤ Sponsor a pet
❤ Foster a pet

This day is an initiative that stirs up a global awareness of animal shelters, and pet adoption processes. It is essential because the more people that learn about the importance of pet adoption and fostering procedures, the more pets' lives can be changed for the better!

January is National Walk Your Pet Month! Along with the countless benefits of walking your pet, we know it’s their favor...
01/24/2025

January is National Walk Your Pet Month! Along with the countless benefits of walking your pet, we know it’s their favorite time of the day, too! ❤️🐕

My cat sure is purr-suasive. 😸Take a moment to Answer Your Cat's Questions today!Pay extra attention to your cat's needs...
01/23/2025

My cat sure is purr-suasive. 😸

Take a moment to Answer Your Cat's Questions today!

Pay extra attention to your cat's needs and try to understand what they might be "asking" through their behaviors.

Spend time with your cat, give them treats, and try to interpret their meows and body language.

In a world full of roses, be a daisy! 🌼Daisy was referred to us by Northwest Veterinary Hospital due to a progressive he...
01/07/2025

In a world full of roses, be a daisy! 🌼

Daisy was referred to us by Northwest Veterinary Hospital due to a progressive heart murmur. 

Daisy came to see Dr. Gregg Rapoport, DVM, DACVIM at our Portland, OR location. Echocardiographic findings revealed myxomatous valve disease - ACVIM stage B2. This stage includes evidence of myxomatous degeneration (e.g., thickened mitral valve leaflets) and at least mild enlargement of the left atrium and left ventricle, but no previous or current signs of heart failure. 

This condition is characterized by thickening of one or more of the four valves in the heart (in Daisy’s case, the mitral valve), allowing backward flow of blood. This is called valvular insufficiency or regurgitation (e.g., mitral regurgitation). With more advanced disease, this can lead to heart enlargement and eventually to congestive heart failure, or accumulation of fluid in the lungs.

Daisy does have a degree of heart enlargement such that she may benefit from a medication called pimobendan. This drug has been shown to delay progression to congestive heart failure in dogs with this condition. This medication increases the heart’s contractile strength and relaxes blood vessels, making it easier to pump blood forward. 

We will continue to monitor Daisy closely to ensure she continues to live a comfortable life!

A CVCA team member, Abi, is here to celebrate National Cuddle Up Day with you!! January typically has some of the coldes...
01/06/2025

A CVCA team member, Abi, is here to celebrate National Cuddle Up Day with you!!

January typically has some of the coldest days of the year, so what better way to stay warm and reap the health benefits of cuddling in National Cuddle Up Day? Whether it's a two-dog night (a night so cold it takes two dogs to cuddle up with to stay warm) or only slightly chilly, there are multiple benefits to cuddling with a furry friend. 🤗

Happy New Years from CVCA!! 🥳
01/01/2025

Happy New Years from CVCA!! 🥳

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Lawndale, CA
90260

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