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CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets

CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets is dedicated to collaborating with your veterinarian to deliver compassionate, expert cardiac care.
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CVCA is the leading choice for veterinary cardiology. Our team of board-certified veterinary cardiologists treats more patients with heart disease than any other practice worldwide. Our expertise and top-of-the-line echocardiography equipment ensure an accurate diagnosis and the best outcome for your pet. Entrust your pet's care to a board-certified cardiologist!

11/11/2024

Falling leaves and floppy ears, that's our kind of autumn.🍂

11/05/2024

Hey! Hey you! Ya YOU! Are you checking respiration rates ❓❓

It's always good to know how to monitor your pet’s sleeping respiratory rate at home!

A rate greater than 30 breaths per minute or an increase from normal rates could be an early sign of congestive heart failure. This should be done once daily. When your pet is truly asleep (as opposed to resting but awake).

You can obtain this rate by counting the number of times that a breath is taken in 15 seconds and multiplying that number by 4 (or in 30 seconds, multiplied by 2). If that number is greater than 30, or if you notice an upward trend in your pet’s respiratory rates (e.g., if it is generally in the high teens but starts trending into the 20s), please call your local cardiologist to determine whether medical therapy or even an ER visit is necessary.

If you like, you can use the Cardalis app to help count and track your pet’s respiratory rates over time. This is a useful and free app that is available through either the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store!

Happy breathing! 😸🐶

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween from CVCA and some of our amazing patients! 🎃

10/24/2024

Life is Golden. 💛

This handsome 10-year-old is Mowgli!

Mowgli's first visit with CVCA was in January 2024. He returned to us for a re-evaluation of ACVIM stage B1 myxomatous valve disease.

Results revealed great news!! His heart remains normal in size and the remainder of his chest cavity also appears normal. Based on a lack of apparent heart enlargement, there is no need to begin any cardiac medications at this time. Yayyyy Mowgli!! 🐕

10/15/2024

Happy Vet Tech Appreciation Week!!

Please join us in thanking the amazing Veterinary Nurses and Assistants who make CVCA run so smoothly. You deserve to be celebrated! ❤🥳

10/11/2024

The spookiest night of the year will be here before we know it! 👻 As you make your plans, here are some pet-safety tips to remember! 🐾

10/08/2024

What is P I M O B E N D A N ❓❓

Pimobendan (Vetmedin) lowers the pressure in both the arteries and veins, as well as improves heart muscle strength. This improves blood flow to the body without causing heart muscle damage. It has greatly improved the quality of life and life expectancy of pets with advanced heart disease.

Sweet Febe recently came in to see CVCA and was diagnosed with degenerative mitral valve disease (ACVIM stage B2). Our plan is to start her on Pimobendan to help increase the pumping power of her heart, while also decreasing its workload. We will keep a close eye on her to ensure she continues to avoid cardiac symptoms and lives a long happy life! 🖤🤍

10/03/2024

Your life changes forever when you're chosen to be loved by a westie. 🤍

Oliver's echocardiogram revealed a diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension (PHT).

What is PHT❓PHT is a condition of high blood pressure within the vasculature of the lungs (in the pulmonary arteries, veins, and/or capillary system). Pulmonary hypertension is not usually a primary disease entity of itself but is often secondary to other primary diseases. Clinical signs of this disease include difficulty breathing, exercise intolerance, weakness, and syncope (fainting). If severe and chronic, PHT can lead to progressive structural changes to the right heart and congestive heart failure (fluid buildup in the abdomen and around the lungs secondary to cardiac dysfunction).

At Oliver's re-evaluation, his hypertension GREATLY improved after medical therapy, which is great news! We plan to keep a close eye on Oliver to keep him stable for even longer.

10/01/2024

Did you know roughly 6.5 million animals enter animal shelters each year, according to ASPCA? If you’re looking to welcome a furry friend into your family, consider your local animal shelter! ❤️

Did you adopt your pet from a shelter? We’d love to see a picture of them in the comments!

10/01/2024

National Walk Your Dog Week is observed between October 1 to 7! 🐾

Is your pooch a fan of getting outdoors and taking a walk? If that is the case, this week is an ideal time to play outdoors. 🍂 You and your dog may join a nationwide celebration highlighting the advantages of walking together. Therefore, it is time to get out those shoes and prepare your puppy’s paw pads for National Walk Your Dog Week! 🎊

This time serves as a reminder to pet owners that exercise is critical for the health of their canine companions. ❤

Post a photo of you walking your beloved furry companion and tag us ! We would love to see photos of you and your pup(s) celebrating!

Happy walking!! 🍃

09/25/2024

Love is a wet nose and a happy tail! ❤

09/24/2024

This adorable 3 month old is Archie! 😍

Following adoption, he was seen at VCA North Portland Veterinary Hospital for a wellness exam. His physical exam revealed a grade 2/6 heart murmur that had progressed to a grade 3/6 at a subsequent visit 2 weeks later.

Archie then presented to CVCA (🙋‍♀️) for an initial evaluation to assess the heart murmur further. Dr. Gregg Rapoport, DVM, DACVIM found that Archie’s heart murmur is related to the speed of blood flow in a specific area of his heart, namely the area where blood leaves the left ventricle and passes through the aortic valve to enter the aorta. In this location, blood flow velocity is high enough to be heard as a murmur, particularly when Archie is more excited or anxious. In the absence of any structural abnormalities in this area of the heart, such as backward flow across the aortic valve (aortic regurgitation), blood flow turbulence, or a visible obstruction to blood flow (subaortic ridge), this would be considered normal variation in an adult dog.

In some dogs, this same finding can be the result of a congenital heart disease called “aortic stenosis.” This is an abnormal narrowing (stenosis) in this region of the heart. The stenosis is typically just below the level of the aortic valve, technically referred to as “subaortic” stenosis. In more severe cases, this obstructs forward blood flow, requiring the left ventricle to become stronger and thicker to send blood into the aorta. While this defect is congenital (present since birth), the narrowing can become more severe during the first one to two years of life.

We are hopeful that this will not be a significant problem for Archie and we will be sure to keep a close eye on him! We love you Archie!! ❤❤

09/19/2024

Excuse me, I need moar food! 🐱

09/12/2024

Life is better with a Dane! 🐾

This handsome boy is Douglas! He came to CVCA to screen for dilated cardiomyopathy due to breed predisposition.

What is dilated cardiomyopathy❓

Dilated cardiomyopathy starts with degeneration of the heart muscle. The muscle becomes thinner and weaker, particularly the normally thick muscular wall of the left ventricle.

As the heart weakens, it loses its ability to pump blood effectively. The blood congests in the heart, causing increased pressure, which causes the thin heart muscle walls to stretch. This stretching causes the large, dilated appearance.

Some dogs develop a heart murmur if the heart valves become stretched enough to create a leak. Some dogs also develop an abnormal heart rhythm because of the stretched heart muscle.

Thankfully, Douglas had NO abnormalities seen on his echocardiogram (ultrasound examination of the heart)!
No structural abnormalities were noted and he also did not have any apparent arrhythmia during his visit (abnormalities in how electrical impulses are conducted through the heart).

Given a breed predisposition for dilated cardiomyopathy, today’s evaluation showed no evidence of this condition.

We are so excited for you Douglas, keep being the sweet lap dog that you are! 🥳

09/06/2024

Thinks I don't know what V-E-T Spells! 🩺

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day! Thank you to our incredible teammates for all you do. ❤️

08/30/2024

SIX FUN LABOR DAY ACTIVITIES FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG!

1. The dog beach 🏖
2. Go camping 🏕
3. Stay at a dog friendly hotel and explore the town 🐾
4. Host a dog party 🥳
5. Explore a new hiking trail 🥾
6. Simply relax 😌

Have a fun and relaxing Labor Day weekend!

Yours truly,
CVCA cardiac care for pets ❤

08/29/2024

Remi is here to share what signs to look for when dealing with advanced cardiac disease.🚦

Signs of advanced cardiac disease can include coughing, tiring more easily with activity, breathing more quickly or with difficulty, abdominal distension, or any episodes of weakness or fainting. Any difficulty breathing or collapse episodes would warrant immediate medical attention. 🚑

In addition, please call if you notice any unexplained decrease in appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea, as there can also be side effects of cardiac medications.

Even for milder signs, or if you ever have any questions or concerns, never hesitate to call your nearest CVCA! 👋

01/17/2022

1/17/22 -- Due to inclement weather, CVCA Leesburg will have a delayed open at 11:00 AM today. We will keep this page updated If you have any non-urgent inquiries, please email us at [email protected] and we will respond as soon as we can. We apologize for any inconvenience.

12/29/2021

This is Mr. Feisty! He was referred to us by Dr. Jessica Plant of Old Mill Veterinary Hospital and last saw Jenna Welter, DVM, Resident in Cardiology.

Mr. Feisty is a senior rescue who is blind and has heart issues due to his old age -- but he is one of our sweetest patients and his family takes fantastic care of this little guy! 😍

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/Q0118sd-0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

12/28/2021

With a change in hospital policies due to the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases, CVCA Leesburg will operate on a curbside basis again starting today. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to see clients inside again as soon as possible.

11/16/2021

Meet Cole! He was referred to us by Dr. Andrew Voell of Pender Veterinary Centre and last saw Bill Tyrrell, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology).

Cole's family says, "Cole is the funniest dog who doesn't realize he is a dog! He sleeps with a pillow under his head, like a human, and will sometimes even sit in a chair upright, like a human. He's motivated by attention and T-R-E-A-T-S. He's loving & gentle. We joke that it's Cole's world, we all just live in it!"

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0_jyWJ0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

11/11/2021

Who? It's Voodoo! He was referred to us by Dr. Thomas Truban of Shenandoah Animal Hospital and last saw Gina Pasieka, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)!

He is a very handsome 1 year old Male Doberman Pinscher who came in to get his heart checked out, but was cleared in great health! He's here with John-Michael, they became very quick friends. ❤️

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0-K3RK0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

11/07/2021

Hey Tyson! He was referred to us by Meadow Branch Animal Hospital and last saw Sarah L. Holdt, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)!

His family says, "This is Tyson. He just had his 14th birthday on August 9th. He is a super sweet guy, loves to go on walks, and in his younger years was the best destuffer of all his toys. He loves puppuccinos from Starbucks and pup cups from our favorite ice cream place. All around he is just the best!" 🐶

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0-K0dD0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

10/20/2021

Meet Huck! He was referred to us by Dr. Andrea Wartluft of Plaza Pet Clinic and last saw Jenna Welter, DVM, Resident in Cardiology.

Huck, the one staring us down, loves his brother Tom (the black cat turned away)! ❤️

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0ZvjdL0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

09/22/2021

It's Hunter! He was referred to us by Susan Longo of Annapolis Cat Hospital and last saw Jenna Welter, DVM, Resident in Cardiology.

His family says, "Hunter is a true retriever and fetches mail directly from the mailman, brings in all Amazon packages, and carries them up 2 flights of stairs - SPECIAL DELIVERY! He also loves to play hide & seek!" 📫📦

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.ly/H0XFzXk0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

08/28/2021

It's Josie! She was referred to us by Market Street Animal Clinic and last saw Brett Boorstin, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology).

Her family said "We rescued Josie, a Pitbull Mix, and she has been a wonderful addition to our family. She loves her people and doggy friends. She is super smart, athletic, and eager to please. She has mastered 14 commands, including cleaning up her toys!" 😍🐾

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0VNfzV0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

08/23/2021

Hello Pi! She was referred to us by VCA Woodbridge Animal Hospital and last saw Jenna Welter, DVM, Resident in Cardiology.

Pi often enjoys riding around the neighborhood - look at her cute, happy face! 😀

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0VNjgS0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

07/11/2021

This is Wally! He was referred to us by Dr. Alicia Foley of Market Street Animal Clinic and last saw Sarah L. Holdt, VMD, DACVIM (Cardiology)!

Wally came to see us for a new appointment a few weeks ago and was diagnosed with mild degenerative valve disease. He is a love bug that enjoys being cuddled and belly rubs!! ❤️

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0RNXZl0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

07/07/2021

We want Kandy! She was referred to us by Dr. Hanh Chau of Family Vet Hospital of Stone Ridge and last saw Brett Boorstin, DVM, Residency Trained in Cardiology.

She is a rock star patient who we first saw in January 2020. She is continuing to do great and she loooooves Dr. Boorstin! (He loves her, too!) ❤️🐶

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.ly/H0RwzD50

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

06/19/2021

This small boy is actually named Biggie!! He was referred to us by Ballston Animal Hospital and last saw Brett Boorstin, DVM, Residency Trained in Cardiology.

Here is Biggie with Dr. Boorstin and Kat! 🐶❤️

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0QwWW10

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

06/16/2021

Meet Russell! He was referred to us by Dr. Ashley Young of Poolesville Veterinary Clinic and last saw Gina Pasieka, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)!

Russell is a playful little Carin Terrier ready to steal your heart! ❤️🐶

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0Qq5R50

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

06/02/2021

This is Drake! He was referred to us by Dr. Jessica Wootton of NOVA Cat Clinic and last saw Gina Pasieka, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)!

Drake is a great patient! Here he is with Dr. Pasieka and Alex!

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0PjW7S0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

05/23/2021

Hey Lilly! She was referred to us by Dr. Drew Luce of Aldie Veterinary Hospital and last saw Jenna Welter, DVM, Resident in Cardiology.

Lilly was such a good girl for her recheck! ⭐🐶

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0NVQ5t0

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

05/13/2021

Meet Mr. Feisty! He was referred to us by Dr. Jessica Plant of Old Mill Veterinary Hospital and last saw Jenna Welter, DVM, Resident in Cardiology.

Mr Feisty is a beautiful rescue Sr that is blind, but he doesn’t let that slow him down! He’s an amazing blessing to his family! ❤️🐱

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0NcQj80

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

04/29/2021

Hey there Sassy! She was referred to us by Dr. Joanna Gardiner of Caring Hands Animal Hospital and last saw Bill Tyrrell, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology).

Isn't she a cutie? 😍

To learn more about CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets, visit our website: https://hubs.li/H0M2wV20

CVCA Leesburg is located inside of The LIFECentre Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care.

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165 Fort Evans Road NE
Leesburg, VA
20176

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
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