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Canine Cardiomyopathy Supplements

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Species affected: Dogs, cats

Background: Exists as both a primary or secondary disorder.

Symptoms: Include exercise intolerance, arrhythmias and congestive heart failure. In some cases, symptoms are not evident until cardiovascular stress occurs.

Diagnostics: Confirmed by cardiac workup, radiology, echocardiography and EKG.

Special Notes: Occurs in different forms in different species, all resulting in poor contractile function and cardiac chamber enlargement. In dogs, the idiopathic dilated form of cardiomyopathy is the most common and occurs more frequently in the larger breeds. It can be particularly severe in Dobermans and Boxers. The hypertrophic form is rare in dogs, but common in cats. Secondary forms of cardiomyopathy can stem from nutritional deficiencies, infections, drug reactions, metabolic problems and tumors.

Principles for Supplementation: Depending on its etiology, secondary cardiomyopathy may require a variety of treatments.

Taurine and carnitine deficiencies have been documented in some cases. Cats consuming vegetarian diets are usually deficient in these nutrients.


CANINE AND FELINE PRODUCTS - CARDIOMYOPATHY
Formulas
 Dosage
 Mechanism/Purpose
Bio-Cardio
 Cats: ½ capsule, sid 12
Dogs: 1 capsule/25 lbs, bid
 Improves myocardial function; hawthorn may or may not
be appropriate for cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Cardio-Support
 Cats: ½-1 scoop, sid (mixed w/ food)
Dogs: 1-3 scoops, sid (mixed w/ food)
 Tonifies circulation, relaxes arteries, decreases heart rate,
increases blood flow to heart, strengthens heart muscle.
Chinese HerbalRecovery
 		Cats: 1 - 2 pills, bid
Dogs: 1 pill/10 lbs, bid
 Improves qi and blood flow.
Co-Q10
 Cats: 30 mg, sid
Dogs: 100 mg/50lbs
 Cardiac tonic.
CoQ-10 ST
 Cats and small dogs: 10-30mg,bid
Medium dogs: 30-60 mg, bid
Large dogs: 60-90 mg, bid
 Present in mitochondria; essential factor in ATP production.
Greatest need in metabolically active cells such
as the heart, gingiva, immune system, lacrimal glands and gastric mucosa. Antioxidant and helps recycle vitamin E.
Coleus ForskohliiExtract
 		Cats: 5 - 10 mg, bid
Dogs: 10 - 15 mg, bid
 Increases cyclic AMP.
Krill Oil
 Cats: 1 gelcap, sid
Dogs: 1 gelcap/25 lbs, sid
 Good source of Omega-3 fatty acids. Anti-inflammatory.
L-Carnitine
 Cats: 1 capsule, sid
Dogs: 2 - 6 capsules, sid
 Essential nutrient for dogs with cardiomyopathy.
Super EPA
 Cats: ½ capsule, sid
Dogs: 1 gelcaps/25 lbs sid
 Fish oil has been shown to decrease cytokines, cachexia,
and improve survival in CHF dogs.
Taurine
 Cats: 1 capsule, sid
Dogs: ½ capsule/25 lbs, sid
 Essential nutrient for cats and dogs; deficiency may cause
cardiomyopathy in cats since they do not make their own
taurine.

Source
Veterinarian’s Desk Reference of Natural Medicines
This guide is intended for use by licensed veterinarians only. While pet owners may find this information useful,
they should not attempt to self-diagnose their animal friends. The Veterinary Institute of Integrative Medicine
always recommends that your animal’s healthcare be directed under the guidance of a veterinarian.
http://www.viim.org/therapeutics/VDR_2004a_final.pdf

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The above information is simply informational. It's intent is not to replace the advice of a veterinarian nor to assist you in making a diagnosis of your pet. Please consult with your own veterinarian for confirmation of any diagnosis. Your pets life may depend on it.