Congestive heart failure is a serious condition that does affect
older small breeds such as our beloved Shih Tzu. Congestive
heart failure is defined as the heart’s inability to function
normally, which leads to excessive retention of water and salt
causing fluid build-up in the lungs. The major underlying cause
is degeneration of the heart valves. Dogs and the Shih Tzu with
this condition often develop a heart murmur, however, it is
important to know and remember that not all dogs who have heart
murmurs will develop congestive heart failure.
The three main signs to look out for congestive heart failure in
your Shih Tzu or older Shih Tzu are:
1. Exercise intolerance;
2. Labored breathing;
3. And coughing.
Always provide your Shih Tzu with a yearly vet check-up and
allow your vet to follow-up on any abnormal findings.
Treatment for congestive heart failure includes:
• Diet low in sodium
• Diuretics
• Dilator drugs
• Digoxin (Digitalis)
A Shih Tzu or dog that has been diagnosed with heart failure
usually has a life expectancy of between six months and several
years. Treated Shih Tzu and dogs will live longer than those
left untreated.
You need to also remember that a degeneration of heart valves is
a common aging change in small breed dogs like our beloved Shih
Tzu. Also remember that even if your Shih Tzu puppy is diagnosed
with a heart murmur, this does not mean he or she will ever
develop heart failure.
Would be Shih Tzu owners need to realize that the size of any
living creature does not dictate the health of that creature,
and that most of the statements made in this regard are purely
by those who do not have the smaller sizes and are fearful their
sales will be damaged by breeders who do have the smaller size
Shih Tzu.
As always please consult with a professional vet of your choice
about any kind of health problem related to your pets. This
article is not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any kind of a
pet health problem. It is offered as information only.
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older small breeds such as our beloved Shih Tzu. Congestive
heart failure is defined as the heart’s inability to function
normally, which leads to excessive retention of water and salt
causing fluid build-up in the lungs. The major underlying cause
is degeneration of the heart valves. Dogs and the Shih Tzu with
this condition often develop a heart murmur, however, it is
important to know and remember that not all dogs who have heart
murmurs will develop congestive heart failure.
The three main signs to look out for congestive heart failure in
your Shih Tzu or older Shih Tzu are:
1. Exercise intolerance;
2. Labored breathing;
3. And coughing.
Always provide your Shih Tzu with a yearly vet check-up and
allow your vet to follow-up on any abnormal findings.
Treatment for congestive heart failure includes:
• Diet low in sodium
• Diuretics
• Dilator drugs
• Digoxin (Digitalis)
A Shih Tzu or dog that has been diagnosed with heart failure
usually has a life expectancy of between six months and several
years. Treated Shih Tzu and dogs will live longer than those
left untreated.
You need to also remember that a degeneration of heart valves is
a common aging change in small breed dogs like our beloved Shih
Tzu. Also remember that even if your Shih Tzu puppy is diagnosed
with a heart murmur, this does not mean he or she will ever
develop heart failure.
Would be Shih Tzu owners need to realize that the size of any
living creature does not dictate the health of that creature,
and that most of the statements made in this regard are purely
by those who do not have the smaller sizes and are fearful their
sales will be damaged by breeders who do have the smaller size
Shih Tzu.
As always please consult with a professional vet of your choice
about any kind of health problem related to your pets. This
article is not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any kind of a
pet health problem. It is offered as information only.
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