Omega-3 fatty acids also help to decrease inflammation in the body and serve as antioxidants to protect heart cells. These are important to slow the progression of valve failure, and should be started as soon as a murmur is noted (or before in at risk breeds).
What supplements should I give my dog with a heart murmur?
Peddle does support supplementation of Omega-3 fatty acids to dogs with heart disease if it is economically feasible for their owners. A daily dose of one gram (1000 milligrams) of omega-3 fatty acids per ten pounds of body weight is recommended.
Is fish oil good for dogs with heart murmur?
The most frequently recommended supplement is omega-3 fish oil, which has been proven to reduce the degree of severity in dogs with heart arrhythmias.
Is omega-3 good for dogs with heart disease?
However, evidence is increasing for the use of omega-3 fatty acids in dogs with cardiac disease as well. Omega-3 fatty acids' anti-inflammatory and anti-arrhythmic effects may be beneficial in managing the loss of lean body mass and arrhythmias that are common in heart failure.
How can I help my dog with a heart murmur?
There is no direct treatment for heart murmurs in dogs, but the causes can often be treated, which may reduce the vibrations in the heart. Your veterinarian will find the cause of the heart murmur and then form a treatment plan. Vets give heart murmurs in dogs a grade of I to VI.
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