It is required by law that all cats, dogs, and ferrets are vaccinated for this disease, as it is easily transmitted through bites and contact with body
fluids of affected animals.
An additional sign that may occur secondary to heart disease in both dogs and cats can be reduced appetite, particularly in
animals with right - sided heart failure as the free
fluid in the abdomen may cause the intestines to be somewhat inflamed however, this sign is very non-specific and can be seen with a huge variety
of diseases
affecting other organ systems.