When your precious cat suffers from heart disease, instead of weeping secretly and feeling sorry for the cat, it is better to cheer up and take good care of the cat. After all, with current medical technology, although there is no cure, as long as it is detected early and treated properly, Coupled with good home care, Meow can still maintain good health and quality of life.

1. Daily observations and records

1.Basic observations:

Owners should keep records of their cat’s medication, food, water, activity, and other special conditions at any time. When the cat has drug side effects or its condition worsens, these observations and records will be important references and judgments for veterinarians.

2. Respiratory frequency:

The owner should pay more attention to the breathing frequency and conditions of the cat when it is active, resting, and sleeping. On the premise of not disturbing the cat, the owner should make calculations in units of 15 seconds. Then multiply the measured value by 4 to get the result of the meow. Breathing rate in one minute. The normal value should be less than 30 times per minute. If the cat’s breathing rate increases by 20% for more than two or three days, it means that the cat has signs of pulmonary edema.

3.Heartbeat rate:

When observing, the owner should pay attention to whether the cat's heart rate remains normal. If the cat's heart rate continuously increases by 20% for more than two or three days, it means that the cat has heart failure; it is necessary to seek veterinary assistance and discuss medication considerations.

2. Diet Control

Cats suffering from heart disease are not suitable for eating too much salt. Too much salt will cause too much water to accumulate in the cat's body, increasing the possibility of heart failure. Cat snacks are always salty and are not recommended for sick cats!

3. Gentle exercise

Cats with heart disease are not suitable for engaging in strenuous exercise or excitement. Regular and slow exercise (such as walking) is more helpful for sick cats; if the cat has not yet shown clinical symptoms of the disease, it should take more exercise Exercise.