Educational Overview
Understanding Hypertension (high blood pressure) in Pets
Hypertension is when a pet’s blood pressure is consistently higher than normal. Just like in humans, high blood pressure can damage organs over time if untreated.
1 Why Pets Develop Hypertension (Most Common)
Occurs due to an underlying disease:
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Kidney disease – reduced kidney function can raise blood pressure
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Heart disease – heart failure or cardiomyopathy
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Endocrine disorders – hyperthyroidism (cats), Cushing’s disease (dogs)
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Diabetes mellitus – can contribute to vascular changes
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Certain medications – steroids, NSAIDs
2. Primary Hypertension (Rare)
Signs of High Blood Pressure in Pets
Hypertension is often silent, but watch for:
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Sudden blindness or dilated pupils
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Disorientation or confusion
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Seizures or unusual behavior
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Nosebleeds or bleeding gums
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Weakness, lethargy, or reduced activity
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Heart murmurs or signs of heart disease
Often detected during a vet check-up before symptoms appear
Diagnosis
A veterinarian may use:
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Blood pressure measurement – cuff or Doppler device
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Blood tests – check kidney and liver function, electrolytes
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Urine tests – check for kidney disease or protein loss
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Eye exam – look for retinal damage from hypertension
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Heart assessment – ECG or echocardiography if heart disease is suspected
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Educational Purposes
A carefully selected blend of natural, plant and mineral ingredients, traditionally known for supporting the immune system and cardio balance.
* Natural pet botanicals are not intended to replace veterinary care or medication. Our formulas are offered as an alternative health support for your animal's condition and not as a cure. All our oral supplements are to be consumed voluntarily by your animal in food, treats or liquid.
Formulated with plant-based ingredients selected for their gentle role in supporting overall balance and wellbeing
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1. CardioBalance Herbs 148-A formula
Contains:
Formula 1.
Chinese Scullcap (Scutellaria Baicalensis)
Hawthorn Berries (Crataegus)
Hops (Humulus Lupulus )
Linden (Tilia species)
Practitioner Recommendation: Can also do in conjunction with Magnesium 284 liquid.
* VERY IMPORTANT
Also highly recommend ongoing health and wellness using the mineral supplement - Magnesium - will also assist with helping with high blood pressure and Pulmonary Hypertension. We use ReMag Magnesium drops (as its drops is easier to add to drinks and food for small pets) Or use the Magnesium Glycinate Powder and add to meals.
Getting enough magnesium may help keep blood pressure under control, a new meta-analysis of previous research finds magnesium help keep blood pressure under control. Go slowly and build up this mineral - Magnesium- in the body. Or buy Magnesium glycinate or magnesium Taurate caps ( add powder to meals twice daily
Practitioner Recommendation:
Vitamin E (must be the natural form )
is needed for blood pressure problems as well.
Natural forms of vitamin E: metabolism, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities and the role in disease prevention and therapy. Reference: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4120831/
A natural form is - Wheat Germ oil e.g NOW Foods, Wheat Germ Oil, 16 fl oz (473 ml) from iherb.com
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