Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital
Your pet and heart disease
Our cardiology department is led by Dr. Eryn Leffers, a board-certified cardiologist. She utilizes non-invasive testing to diagnose and manage common cardiac diseases, including valve disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, congestive heart failure, and arrhythmias. In addition, she is trained in diagnosing congenital heart defects in dogs and cats. If your dog or cat has suspected or confirmed heart disease, we encourage you to visit the NIVES Cardiology department for a consultation.
Common symptoms of heart disease include:
Fast or labored breathing
Coughing
Reluctance to play or exercise
Collapsing or fainting
Distension or enlargement of the abdomen
Services Offered Through The Cardiology Department:
Blood pressure monitoring
Centesis (fluid removal)
Digital radiography
Echocardiography
Electrocardiography (ECG)
Holter monitor
In-hospital bloodwork
OFA screening
