All pets with hypertension should have their blood pressure checked every 3 months.
Not exact matches
Primary
hypertension is not as common in dogs as it is in people, but we do see high blood pressure associated
with several diseases common in older
pets.
There are some underlying diseases that may cause blindness in senior
pets: These are kidney failure and the resulting
hypertension that comes
with kidney failure, as well as diabetes in dogs and cats.
Even if your
pet has not been diagnosed
with hypertension or diabetes, it is a good idea to begin preventative care early.
People
with hypertension who adopt a
pet typically have lower blood pressure readings in stressful situations.
The startling numbers in this report only confirm the key health benefits we are already aware of that are associated
with owning a
pet, including findings that demonstrate a positive impact on infection control, cardiovascular disease,
hypertension, cholesterol, allergies, stress, blood pressure and mental health.
Dr. Anderson's clinical interests include the management of cardiac arrhythmias, pulmonary
hypertension, and congestive heart failure, as well as interventional cardiology for
pets with congenital heart disease.