# Mighty Hearts Project

> Hope for Dogs with Mitral Valve Disease


## Posts

- [Tiara Nakayama](https://mightyheartsproject.org/tiara-nakayama/): Breed: Long coat ChihuahuaAge: 12Diagnosis Stage: C/DSurgery Date: July 7th, 2018Hometown: Osaka, JapanOwner: Angélique NakayamaCardiologist: Dr. Yoshiro Fujisawa, Hyogo Pet Medical CenterSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterTiara is a 12-year-old Chihuahua. She was diagnosed with MVD on Nov. 2016. Our primary care vet prescribed Apinac 12.5mg for the first half year. In May of 2017, Tiara’s murmur started to get worse, so Dr. Fujisawa added Vetmedin for her. But just after 2 months, she started to cough, and was having difficulties breathing. We brought her to the hospital and they did all the cardiology examinations.
- [Charlie Wentz](https://mightyheartsproject.org/charlie-wentz/): Breed: Cavalier/Bichon mix Age: 10Diagnosis: Stage B2+ Surgery Date: July 16th, 2018 Hometown: Voorhees, NJ Owner: Danielle Wentz Primary Care Vet: Dr. Justin Praslicka, Cedarbrooke Animal Hospital Cardiologist : Dr. Megan Poad, UPenn Ryan’s Animal Hospital MVR Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterWhen first learning of Charlie’s diagnosis in July of 2017 I was absolutely devastated. He has been my best friend and constant companion these last 9 years and we have grown inseparable. After many sleepless nights I had stumbled upon the Mighty Hearts page and just like that everything changed! For the first time, since Charlie’s diagnosis, I experienced HOPE!
- [Charlie Allen](https://mightyheartsproject.org/charlie-allen/): In March 2017 we discovered that Charlie had a heart murmur when we went to our vets for his annual vaccination and checkup. Following heart scans shortly after we were given the distressing news that Charlie had MVD and that other than managing the disease there was nothing that could be done and we would lose him within 18 months or so. After much research I discovered that surgery may be a possibility and learned about the amazing work of Dr. Masami Uechi. I also discovered that Dr. Dan Brockman at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in the UK
- [Riggs Brown](https://mightyheartsproject.org/riggs-brown/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles SpanielAge: 9Diagnosis: Stage DSurgery Date: March 12, 2018 Hometown: Rogers, ArkansasOwner: Cory and Ashley BrownPrimary Vet: Leeth Harper, DVM, Village Pet HospitalCardiologist : Ryan Baumwart, DVM, DACVIM-CardiologyMVR Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterRiggs was diagnosed at the age of 5 with the common early onset heart murmur seen in many cavaliers. He was maintained on only Enalapril for 3 years and had echos done every 6 months. He had slowly been having an increase in his heart size but nothing dramatic or that warranted further medication. At the age of 8, Riggs started coughing and having increased respiratory rates. It took several attempts and different veterinarians and specialists to find the right medication combination at that time to help him.
- [Stella Briskin](https://mightyheartsproject.org/stella-briskin/): Breed: Corgi/Chihuahua mixAge: 9Diagnosis: Stage B2Surgery Date: May 29, 2018 Hometown: NYCOwner: Marnie BriskinCardiologist : Dr. Risa Roland, Metropolitan Veterinary AssociatesMVR Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterStella was first diagnosed in November 2016 with a heart murmur by her vet during a routine check up. It was recommended that I take her for an echo just in case. After the echo she was diagnosed with chronic valve disease, so I took her to a cardiologist. At that time she had no symptoms and was not in need of medication. I was told to bring her back every 6 months for re-evaluation. Fortunately, when my cardiologist explained what the disease was and I asked if there was a surgical option, she had heard about the Dr. Uechi and said she would investigate what their protocols where and see if they would look at Stella’s records.
- [Rusty](https://mightyheartsproject.org/rusty/): Breed: Miniature LabradoodleAge: 8 years oldDiagnosis: Stage DSurgery Date: March 26, 2018 Hometown: Cambridge, MAOwner: AnonymousCardiologist : Dr. Ivan Sosa-SamperPrimary Vet: Porter Square Vet, Adam ParkerMVR Surgical Team: RVC, Dr. Dan BrockmanRusty was first diagnosed with heart murmur grade 3/6 in August of 2016 while traveling and seeing a vet for an unrelated health issue. We were told at the time that heart murmurs are common and that it was unlikely it would progress to anything more serious. In January 2018, Rusty suddenly and with no warning whatsoever started coughing repeatedly. After a quick visit to the ER, he was misdiagnosed with kennel cough and given antibiotics. Two days later with his cough getting much worse, he finally got imaged and was diagnosed with MVD Stage B2 and CHF. We were (once again) traveling at the time and were advised that he may not even survive.
- [Requirements to become a surgical candidate for Japan](https://mightyheartsproject.org/requirements-to-become-a-surgical-candidate-for-japan/): If you have decided to have your dog evaluated for surgery with Dr. Masami Uechi at the Jasmine Clinic in Japan, to see if he or she is a candidate please read on…
- [Turgon's Surgery Story](https://mightyheartsproject.org/turgons-surgery-story/): Today is a special day for me and my family. One year ago today we received a devastating news as our friend had mitral valve disease (MVD) at a very advanced stage (5/6 murmur, dilated atrium and ruptured chords). How it could be possible? He went from nothing to probably one year left. Our cardiologist was, as I was, aware of the surgery.  When I asked about it she did not agree and finally added 'It depends on the size of your pocket'. This was the last time we went to see her.
- [Sophie Navratil](https://mightyheartsproject.org/sophie-navratil/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles SpanielAge: 9 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2Hometown: Washington Crossing, PAOwner: Jeanne NavratilInstagram: @jnavratil2Cardiologist: VSEC, Maribeth J. BossbalyPrimary Care Vet: WCAH, Dr. Jennifer ChabotMVR Surgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonSophie is a 9 year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel from Washington Crossing, PA. Sophie was diagnosed with MVD in June 2012. It was only a grade 2 murmur and did not require any medication at that time. She was rechecked in March 2013 and the MVD had progressed. There was some regurgitation with minimal heart enlargement so she was put on 25 mg Enalapril 2 x per day. Slowly over the following years her heart continued to enlarge
- [Maddox](https://mightyheartsproject.org/maddox/): Breed: Shih-PooAge: 8 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2Hometown: Chicago, ILOwner: Joseph K.Cardiologist: Dr. Michael LuethyPrimary Veterinarian: MedVet ChicagoSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterMaddox was asymptomatic with severe Mitral regurgitation and moderate Tricuspid regurgitation. Six months prior to MVD diagnosis, Maddox had no heart murmur before suddenly having grade 5/6. She was prescribed Pimobendan and remained stable until surgery at JASMINE Veterinary Cardiovascular Medical Center. Her heart showed progressive enlargement during each follow-up echocardiogram leading up to surgery which later confirmed Mitral valve prolapse and ruptured chordae tendineae.
- [Zoey Jordan](https://mightyheartsproject.org/zoey-jordan/): Breed: MalteseAge: 10 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CHometown: Orlando, FLOwner: Janette JordanCardiologist : Dr. Simon Swift, UFLSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonZoey was originally diagnosed with a heart murmur at four years old and told it wasn't an issue and that the condition would be monitored. After an episode of gasping and coughing in July 2016, Zoey was taken to the vet and misdiagnosed twice with pneumonia and a mass on her lung. She would not have survived the surgery at the time, so Zoey's owners took her to a known ER vet who knew right away it was her heart. She was put on Lasix, put in an oxygen chamber, and referred to a cardiologist at the University of Florida.
- [Easy Kamoun](https://mightyheartsproject.org/easy-kamoun/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles SpanielAge: 8 years oldDiagnosis: Stage DHometown: Sevres, France Owner: Sophie KamounCardiologist : Dr. Sabine Bozon, Clinique Veterinaire BozonMVR Surgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonIn March 2016, Easy was diagnosed with Mitral Valve Disease. She had an enlarged heart which stabilized with drug therapies. In August 2017, she suffered from pulmonary edema and progressed to stage D. After finding out about the surgery, Easy's parents met with Sabine Bozon urgently. She said that Easy had only a few days to live and agreed to make the surgery urgently after having treated the edema. The day before the operation, she discovered 2 blood clots and hospitalized her.
- [Sachie](https://mightyheartsproject.org/sachie/): Breed: ChihuahuaAge: 7 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CHometown: Albany, NY Owner: Marisa & Everett TellerCardiologist : Dr. A Kent, Upstate Veterinary SpecialtySurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonSachie was diagnosed with a heart murmur in April 2017. Then, in June 2017 she was confirmed to be in MVD Stage B2 with a murmur of 4/5. Between June and her surgery on September 20, 2017, Sachie progressed to Stage C but remained stable. Her surgery at the Bozon clinic in France was a success and Sachie seems to be doing very well. Her energy level has increased and she looks great.
- [Snoopy Osterloh](https://mightyheartsproject.org/snoopy-osterloh/): Breed: Chihuahua/Yorkie MixAge: 10 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CHometown: London, UKOwner: Dolly-Ann OsterlohInstagram: @snoopysbigheartSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonSnoopy went to the vet to be diagnosed with MVD two months prior to surgery. He was in heart failure with a 6 out of 6 heart murmur. After a successful mitral valve repair on September 19th at the Bozon clinic in France, Snoopy is now at Stage B1 and doing very well. Dr. Bozon said that his heart is almost perfect. His regurgitation has significantly reduced but he still suffers from a cough.
- [Mong Lee](https://mightyheartsproject.org/mong-lee/): Breed: MalteseAge: 11 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2/CHometown: Pyeongtaek, South KoreaOwner: Yuri Choi Instagram: @yurikhyuriCardiologist : Seung-gon Lee, Seoul animal heart hospitalSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterIn November 2016, Mong was hospitalized with pulmonary edema and diagnosed with a chordae tendineae rupture and Mitral valve disease. Last summer, Mong's brother passed away so his parents want to save him more than anything. In Korea, there was no information on the valve operation but research on overseas sites revealed that the operation was available in Japan.
- [Bailey Martinez](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bailey-martinez/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles SpanielAge: 10 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2/CHometown: Long Island, NYOwners: Madeline MartinezCardiologist: Dr. Kramer, Atlantic Coast Veterinary Specialists, Bohemia, NYPrimary Vet: Dr. R. Fredericks, North Shore Animal Hospital, Northport NY Surgical Team: Dr. Masami UechiBailey was diagnosed in October 2013 with Mitral Valve Disease Stage B2. He was taken to the cardiologist after his owner detected his murmur. On Valentine's Day 2015, Bailey went into mild CHF and in 2016, Bailey had several readings of pulmonary hypertension. Surgery is scheduled in Japan with Dr. Uechi for July 25, 2017.
- [Paco Young](https://mightyheartsproject.org/paco-young/): Breed: Chihuahua/Pekingese/PomeranianAge: 10 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2Hometown: San Francisco, CAOwner: Carol YoungCardiologist: Dr. Catherine Belanger, UC DavisPrimary Vet: Dr. Blythe Jurewicz, UC Davis MVR Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterPaco was diagnosed with Mitral Valve Disease Stage B2 in October 2016. He is currently on pimobendan and enalapril, but no diuretics. Non-active at baseline, visits the dog park 1-2x/day, and takes short walks around the neighborhood or at the beach. Currently, he has no outward symptoms, other than a loud murmur. Paco is scheduled for surgery at the JASMINE clinic in Japan on July 24, 2017. We hope that Paco continues to be symptom free while he waits patiently for his big adventure.
- [Max Boselli](https://mightyheartsproject.org/max-boselli/): Breed: Chihuahua/YorkieAge: 8 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2/CHometown: Palm Beach Garden, FLOwner: Michele BoselliCardiologist: Dr. Maggie Machen, Veterinary Cardiopulmunary Care CenterPrimary Vet: Dr. Michael Gillen, PGA Animal ClinicSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonMax was first adopted in October 2009 from a shelter and was so tiny his new owners had to fatten him up. It's a good thing he loves chicken! He loves playing with his Samoyed brother Kodi and loves his morning walks. He was first diagnosed with MVD Stage B1 in October 2015 and then Stage B2/C in January 2017. We look forward to Max's surgery at the Bozon Clinic in France on July 5th and stable prognosis until then.
- [Daisy Hawkins](https://mightyheartsproject.org/daisy-hawkins/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles SpanielAge: 8 years oldDiagnosis: Stage DHometown: New York/FloridaOwner: Sharon & Roger HawkinsCardiologist : Dr. George Kramer, Atlantic Coast Veterinary SpecialistsSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonDaisy was diagnosed with a heart murmur level 3/6 in January 2016. She was not placed on meds until July of that year and was started on Vetmedin (Pimo). By June 2017 her mitral valve disease had progressed and was on Vetmedin, Enalapril, Hydrocodone, Spironolactone Digoxin & Furosemide and needing diapers. Daisy was hospitalized in June 2017 due to vomiting & dehydration, taken off Digoxin. Her BNP was elevated to 4500 and lost 4 lbs prior to surgery.
- [The LOOK Study: ACVIM Conference 2017](https://mightyheartsproject.org/the-look-study/): The Longitudinal Outcome of Canine Mitral Valve Disease (LOOK-mitral) - by Dr. Michele Borgarelli, DVM, PhD, DECVIM-CAThis is a study being performed with the collaboration of Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, where Dr. Borgarelli does his research, and one of the largest veterinary cardiology practices in the United States, CVCA. The purpose of the study is to assess the natural history of mitral valve disease (MVD) in a large referred population of dogs, assess the prevalence and effects of co-morbidities on the natural history of the disease, and to identify risk factors for progression and death.
- [Harper Thornton](https://mightyheartsproject.org/harper-thornton/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles SpanielAge: 9 years oldDiagnosis: Stage C2Hometown: Lake Forest, CAOwners: Kim & Jerry ThorntonCardiologist: Dr. Sarah Miller, Southern CA Veterinary Specialty HospitalSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonHarper lives in Lake Forest, California (Orange County), with Kim and Jerry Thornton, whom she owns body and soul, another Cavalier named Keeper and a Chihuameranian named Gemma--the one who really rules the roost. She likes to do nose work--she competes at the NW3 level--but her main focus is trying to knock on the neighbors' doors to see if they have any treats for her. She was diagnosed with a murmur when she was 5 years old but did not become symptomatic until January of this year.
- [Chuck Modafferi](https://mightyheartsproject.org/chuck-modafferi/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles SpanielAge: 10 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CHometown: Woburn, MAOwners: Holly and Mike ModafferiInstagram: @Cav_King_ChuckCardiologist: Dr. Ivan Sosa, InTown Veterinary GroupSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonChuck was diagnosed when he was 6 years old with a heart murmur but did not require medication to control symptoms until the fall of 2016 when he began coughing frequently. His X-Ray shows a very enlarged heart and is currently holding steady on medication until his surgery date of May 23, 2017. We wish Chuck good health until his surgery date and a fast recovery!
- [Bellissima's Surgery Story](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bellissas-surgery-story/): This is our big story of one small cute girl and the big love between us forever.We have had Bellissima (Belisa) from the very first day she was born because we also were parents to her mummy.  She has three siblings which were all given to our friends so that they would be in good hands.  We also had new parents for Belisa, but we felt that we belonged to each other so we kept her.
- [Mitral Valve Repair Metrics](https://mightyheartsproject.org/mvd-metrics/): One of the most frequent questions asked when considering a surgery as risky as cardio-pulmonary bypass, is what are the chances my dog will survive the surgery and what is the long term prognosis post-surgery. The answer is always "it depends".  Each dog is different, and each circumstance is unique.  Below are some guidelines to help you determine the best course of action for your dog based on aggregate data.  For more specific recommendations regarding surgery for your dog, please contact Clinique Veterinary Bozon or JASMINE Veterinary Medical Center directly.  Additional mitral valve repair statistics may be found in an abstract published by Dr. Masami Uechi from October 2016.
- [Post-Surgical Strategies for Restricting Activity](https://mightyheartsproject.org/post-surgical-strategies-for-restricting-activity/): Whether your dog has undergone Mitral Valve Repair surgery, or any number of other surgeries that require a period of activity restriction in order to recover, it can be difficult to control their energy level and normal habitual activities.   Here are some strategies for success.
- [Zeus Camardello](https://mightyheartsproject.org/zeus-camardello/): Breed: Japanese ChinAge: 8 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2Hometown: Ft. Lauderdale, FLOwner: Mike CamardelloCardiologist: Dr. Tacy RuppPrimary Vet: Dr. Jose BarbozaSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonZeus was diagnosed at Stage B2 and has been noticeably slowing down and coughing more as the disease progresses. He had a very successful mitral valve repair surgery on March 24, 2017 at Clinique Veterinaire Bozon. After surgery, Zeus had some additional coughing from being intubated, but is currently recovering comfortably at home.
- [Bentley McAlpine](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bentley-mcalpine/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles SpanielAge: 7-1/2 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2+Hometown: Maple Valley, WAOwner: Marla McAlpineInstagram: @marvelousbymarlaCardiologist: Dr. Mikaela Mueller, Seattle Veterinary SpecialistsSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonIn November 2016, Bentley was diagnosed with Mitral Valve Disease Stage B2+ when his heart murmur elevated to a Grade 4. He had an enlarged heart with severe regurgitation and was stabilized with drug therapies. One week prior to traveling to France for Mitral Valve Repair surgery, Bentley went into Congestive Heart Failure, Stage C. With an additional drug added, he was stabilized once again.
- [Bellissima Kučera](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bellissima-kucera/): Breed: Yorkshire TerrierAge: 11 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CHometown: Prague, Czech RepublicOwner: Tomáš KučeraPrimary Veterinarian: Dr. Vojtěch Novák Read Belisa's surgery story hereSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonBellissima, also called Belisa, was diagnosed in 2014 with a heart murmur which progressed to stage C in December 2016 prior to her surgery at the Bozon Clinic in Versailles, France on March 21, 2017. She had a successful mitral valve repair that day, and had many complications after surgery, some of which had nothing to do with her heart or the surgery. However, we are so happy to report that Belisa is back at home recovering comfortably.
- [Traveling With Home Prepared Meals](https://mightyheartsproject.org/traveling-with-home-prepared-meals/): Traveling by air internationally with your dog can be a stressful event. If you home cook for them, preparing fresh meals can also be difficult.  Some accommodations may not have full kitchens and finding the same ingredients that you typically use can also be challenging in a foreign country.  This article will help you bring your dog’s prepared frozen food with you as a carry on while still complying with the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) security checkpoint rules.
- [Zoey's First MVR Surgery Story](https://mightyheartsproject.org/zoey-surgery-story/): Zoey was diagnosed with Mitral Valve Disease (MVD) in July of 2016. We were told it was a disease of the heart where the valve degenerates causing a regurgitation of blood back into the heart, ultimately leading to congestive heart failure and death. They said nothing surgically could be done to fix this, only medication to delay its onset.As you can imagine we were devastated, left without any hope. Zoey was only given a year left to live...
- [Duke Hagoul](https://mightyheartsproject.org/duke-hagoul/): Breed: Chihuahua MixAge: 12 years oldDiagnosis: Stage D+Hometown: New YorkOwner: Nicole HagoulCardiologist: Dr. George Kramer, Atlantic Coast Veterinary HospitalSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonDuke has had a known murmur since he was adopted and vets said from the beginning it would develop into heart failure. In November 2015, Duke was taken to the vet with labored breathing and was diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure and had fluid on his lungs. For a year after, Duke was treated with holistic supplements and acupuncture as well as a substantial cocktail of medications prescribed by Dr. Kramer.
- [Bodhi](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bodhi/): Breed: YorkipooAge: 10 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CHometown: San Marcos, CAOwners: Liz Margin & Andrew BerkeCardiologist: Dr. Timothy Hodge, UC Veterinary Medical Center, San DiegoSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonBodhi was diagnosed in the summer of 2015 in Phoenix, AZ with mitral valve disease and told nothing could be done except to medicate and given 1-2 years to live. Prior to surgery, Dr. Sabine Bozon diagnosed an advanced stage of mitral valve disease and saw that Bodhi's heart was close to rupture. Intervention was performed on December 7, 2016 at the Bozon Clinic in Versailles, France.
- [Tiffany Frederico](https://mightyheartsproject.org/tiffany-frederico/): Breed: MaltipooAge: 9 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CHometown: New York, NYOwner: Margaret FredericoCardiologist : Dr. Keith BlassSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonTiffany was diagnosed on October 4, 2016 with stage C MVD. It was also suspected that she had numerous ruptured chordae tendineae. Her prognosis was poor. Her disease had a rapid onset and quick progression. At her prior check-up no murmur was even detected. Tiffany had surgery with Dr. Uechi at the BOZON Clinic on December 6, 2016. As suspected, Tiffany had 5 ruptured chordae.
- [Levi Schoenauer](https://mightyheartsproject.org/levi-schoenauer/): Breed: Coton de TulearAge: 9 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2Hometown: Vienna, VAOwners: Kimberly & Virginia SchoenauerCardiologist: Dr. Peckens CVCA Cardiac CareInstagram: @levischoenauer Levi's Surgery StoryPrimary Vet: Dr. Richards and Vanderhoof Caring Hands Animal HospitalSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonLevi was diagnosed in July during a routine checkup with a heart murmur that was not present a few months earlier. Cardiologists confirmed that the murmur was a result of Mitral Valve Disease and chord rupture with an enlarged heart, stage B1. Prior to surgery, Levi was assessed at stage B2, his heart condition somewhat stabilized with drug therapy between July and December. Levi had Mitral Valve Repair at the Bozon Clinic in Versailles, France on December 6, 2016.
- [Zoey Marie Estes](https://mightyheartsproject.org/zoey-marie-estes/): Breed: MalteseAge: 5 years oldDiagnosis: Stage B2Surgery Date: October 26, 2016Hometown: Los Angeles, CAOwner: Nathan EstesInstagram: @ZoeyMarieEstesCardiologist: Dr. Timothy Hodge, UC Veterinary Medical Center, San DiegoSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonZoey is a 5 year old Maltese from Los Angeles, CA. Zoey was diagnosed in July of 2016 with mitral valve disease after a routine checkup and it was determined her heart was very enlarged. Zoey had a murmur of a grade 3/4. It was determined she was at stage B2 of this disease. Zoey was placed on Enalapril and Pimobendan until her surgery date which was October 26, 2016 at the Bozon Clinic in Versailles, France with Drs. Sabine, JH Bozon and Dr. Masami Uechi.
- [Prudence](https://mightyheartsproject.org/prudence/): Breed: Cavalier King CharlesAge: 8 years oldDiagnosis: Stage DHometown: Carlsbad, CAOwner: Kari PuzzulloInstagram: @dear._prudenceCardiologist: Dr. Timothy Hodge, UC Veterinary Medical Center, San DiegoSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonPrudence was diagnosed with a heart murmur for the first time in June 2016. We immediately had a cardiologist perform an echocardiogram which revealed stage B2 mitral valve disease. Unfortunately, Prudence's MVD progressed rapidly and within 6 weeks was in congestive heart failure. At the time of her surgery on October 24, 2016 she was in refractory stage D (hospitalized). Prudence's MVD is now reduced to stage B1 (murmur: no enlargement). Her echocardiogram shows the mitral valve regurgitation is significantly reduced and her murmur is a grade 2.
- [Ralph Tomaru](https://mightyheartsproject.org/ralph-tomaru/): Cardiologist:  Dr. Sabine BozonOwner:  Kaori TomaruSee Ralph's adventures here
- [Dr. Emily Chapel - Pure Animal Cardiology](https://mightyheartsproject.org/interview-with-dr-emily-chapel/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Pet-Friendly Hotels in Yokohama, Japan](https://mightyheartsproject.org/pet-friendly-hotels-in-yokohama-japan/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Minik Yalcin-Cam](https://mightyheartsproject.org/minik-yalcin-cam/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Daisy Mircheva](https://mightyheartsproject.org/daisy-mircheva/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Cooper Preciado](https://mightyheartsproject.org/cooper-preciado/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [ACVS 2025 Conference](https://mightyheartsproject.org/acvs-2025-conference/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [The Dreaded USDA Form](https://mightyheartsproject.org/the-dreaded-usda-form/): If you are traveling to France for surgery with your dog, you will either have to make the trip to the USDA's office for your pet's USDA travel certificate or send the documents via courier.  This post includes examples to assist you in this process.  
- [Levi's Surgery Story](https://mightyheartsproject.org/levis-surgery-story/): The biggest unexpected surprise for our family came in July of 2016, when we took Levi in for a routine physical exam prior to having his teeth cleaned.  Dogs have to go under anesthesia to have their teeth cleaned, and Levi has traditionally had some issues related to anesthesia and we wanted to be safe.  His last checkup was in April 2016; he went in for an ear infection and at that time, he was in perfect health (except for the ear infection, of course).  So it came as quite a shock when the vet announced that he heard a heart murmur level 4/5 for the first time in Levi's life...
- [Fred: A Different Open Heart Surgery](https://mightyheartsproject.org/fred-a-different-open-heart-surgery/): Fred, an 11 month old purebred Standard Schnauzer, has large Atrial Septal Defect (sinus venosus), not amendable to trans catheteral closure with Amplatzer device. Fred already developed moderate pulmonic stenosis and right side heart hypertrophy. Without an open heart surgery to patch the defect he will develop congestive heart failure (CHF).
- [Post-Op Activity](https://mightyheartsproject.org/post-op-activity/): Remember that you have made an incredible journey by choosing open-heart surgery for your beloved dog, so please take care of the repaired valve as best as you can so that you can enjoy a lifetime with it!
- [Lessons From Zoey's One Year Checkup](https://mightyheartsproject.org/lessons-from-zoeys-one-year-checkup/): Zoey’s one year checkup was done October 28th 2017.  Zoey’s cardiologist (Dr. Hodge) was a bit worried Zoey’s left ventricle and left atrium (LV/LA) numbers were increasing after each checkup.  According to Dr. Hodge, Zoey’s pressure and her regurgitation were shown to be the same since having her surgery a year ago.  Naturally We were concerned about the increasing values and sent the records off to Dr. Sabine and Dr. Uechi to review them.
- [Navigating the Japan Trains](https://mightyheartsproject.org/navigating-the-japan-trains/): Navigating the Japan train systems for the first time can be stressful. This guide was put this together to help others.
- [MVD Studies From Around the Country](https://mightyheartsproject.org/mvd-studies-from-around-the-country/): Virginia Tech and Auburn University are enrolling dogs in studies to further research in the area of Mitral Valve Disease.  If you are opting not to have surgery to correct the mitral valve defect, these could be options for your dog and would help further research in this very important area for our community!
- [Traveling by train in Japan using PASMO](https://mightyheartsproject.org/traveling-by-train-in-japan-using-pasmo/): PASMO CardsThe simplest and easiest way to navigate the public and private transportation systems is to sign up for a PASMO Card.
- [Japan Pet Taxi Service](https://mightyheartsproject.org/japan-pet-taxi-service/): While traveling to Japan for my surgery I used a wonderful pet taxi service called  Yako doghouse that specializes in picking up pets and families from local airports (Haneda and Narita)
- [Sophie Grant](https://mightyheartsproject.org/sophie-grant/): Breed: MalteseAge: 9 years oldDiagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: October 15th, 2018Hometown: Newmarket, Ontario Canada Owner: Candice Grant/Peter Maier Cardiologist: Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital, Dr. Jonathan. Lichtenberger Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowSophie had to be rushed to the ER Vet four times between April 2018 and September 2018. The fourth time (September of 2018), Sophie collapsed at home and had to be revived using CPR before being rushed to the ER Vet Hospital. Sophie was scheduled for surgery in Japan in January of 2019. We were very worried that she wouldn’t make it
- [Chloe Sober](https://mightyheartsproject.org/chloe-sober/): Breed: Yorkshire TerrierAge: 10 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CSurgery Date: August 14th, 2018Hometown: Albany, NYOwner: Whitney and Chris SoberCardiologist: Upstate Veterinary Specialties , Dr. Cassidy D. SedaccaSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterIn late October of 2017 I brought Chloe for her yearly checkup and they detected a slight heart murmur, they said it was about a grade 2. and that it wasn't a huge concern at that time and would keep an eye on it every 6 months. Shortly after her checkup and vaccinations Chloe started coughing, they treated her for possible kennel cough. A few weeks later I noticed extreme labored breathing, rates in the 60s and took her straight to the animal hospital
- [Samson Ward](https://mightyheartsproject.org/samson-ward/): Breed: Long Hair ChihuahuaAge: 12Diagnosis: Stage CSurgery Date: December 3rd, 2018Hometown: Wilmington, NCOwner: Jessica WardPrimary Vet: Dr. Peter Dugan, Coastal Carolina Animal HospitalCardiologist: Anna McManamey, DVM, North Carolina State University Veterinary HospitalSurgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowSamson was diagnosed with MVD at stage B2 in late July 2018. He had a heart murmur that had escalated from a grade 1/2 murmur to a 4/5 during the first half of 2018. He had been on a low dose of Enalapril to help his blood pressure ever since the mild murmur had started one year prior. He was prescribed Vetmedin by Dr. Dugan and I requested a referral to cardiology.
- [Molly Bieber](https://mightyheartsproject.org/molly-bieber/): Breed: BeagleAge: 12Diagnosis: Stage CSurgery Date: January 28th, 2019Hometown: Pennsylvania / FloridaOwner: Kyle and Christy BieberPrimary Vet: Dr. William Latter, All Creatures Animal ClinicCardiologist: Dr. Simon Dennis, PA Hope Veterinary Specialists in Malvern and Dr. Simon Swift, University of Florida Gainsville Small Animal HospitalSurgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowMolly was diagnosed with a heart murmur when she was eight years old, but remained a happy, active dog with no signs of her condition for a long time. One week before she went into congestive heart failure, she took a five mile 3 hour walk. Unfortunately, on Sept 11, 2018, Molly began having difficulty breathing. We rushed her to animal ER where we were told she had congestive heart failure with fluid in her lungs and a severely enlarged heart.
- [Tiger Sinensky](https://mightyheartsproject.org/tiger-sinensky/): Breed: Cock-A-PooAge: 10Diagnosis Stage at Surgery: DSurgery Date: December 10th, 2018Hometown: East Meadow, NYOwner: Amy & Rich SinenskyPrimary Vet: Dr. Marc Wallach, University Animal HospitalCardiologist: Dr. Joshua Morgenstern, VMCLISurgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowTiger was diagnosed in March 2018 with a grade IV heart murmur, MVD stage C and severe Pulmonary Hypertension. She was nine years and a half years old. Her only symptom at the time was a persistent cough. She was a very happy and active dog. Our primary Veterinarian, Dr. Wallach informed us in December of 2017 that Tiger probably had a year to live with medication.
- [Milo](https://mightyheartsproject.org/milo/): Breed: Dachshund/Bichon FriseAge: 11Diagnosis Stage CSurgery Date: March 31st, 2018Hometown: Seattle WAOwner: AshleyPrimary Vet: Dr. Darla Rewers, Ancient Arts Holistic Veterinary ServicesCardiologist: Dr. Mark Harmon Blue PearlSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterMilo was diagnosed with MVD July 2016. I was told he didn’t need any medication; this was just part of the aging process and his heart was just reflective of his age of 10 plus years. I was told to bring him back in a year. Milo returned to Blue Pearl in August 2017 and the previous Dr. had retired and Milo was assigned to Dr. Mark Harmon. After reviewing his Eco, I was told Milo had advanced stage B2 MVD and probably had
- [Vasco Maximov](https://mightyheartsproject.org/vasco-maximov/): Breed: Yorkshire TerrierAge: 13Diagnosis: Stage CSurgery Date: April 1st, 2019Hometown: Del Mar, CAOwner: Shanna and Anton MaximovInstagram: @yorkstarsPrimary Vet: All Creatures Dr. Picht and Tiglio and East West Animal Hospital Dr. Nespor for our holistic needsCardiologist: Dr. Timothy Hodge, DVM, DACVIM, UC Veterinary Medical Center, San DiegoSurgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowVasco had a mild level three murmur with no enlargement discovered April of 2018. He had his first Cardiology exam and echo and was cleared by Dr. Hodge for his May dental and pulling of 16 teeth! June 30th we rushed him to the ER for labored breathing and discomfort. He was immediately put into oxygen and given pimobendan and Lasix. After 36 hours he was able to come home.
- [Rupert Schmidt](https://mightyheartsproject.org/rupert-schmidt/): Breed: Long Haired ChihuahuaAge: 7Diagnosis: Stage CSurgery Date: March 4th, 2019Hometown: London , UKOwner: Suzanne SchmidtPrimary Vet: Dr. Robert ShortCardiologist: Dr. Babis Koffas, The Neighborhood Vet Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowRupert was first diagnosed with a heart murmur October 2018 . He showed no signs of illness but I was concerned about his rapid breathing. On examination I was told he had a heart murmur and a subsequent X-Ray showed fluid in his lungs and an enlarged heart . We couldn’t believe it as he’d shown no real signs of illness before this . Our cardiologist then determined that he had leakage from the mitral valve and had one episode of heart failure ! He was prescribed Vetmedin, Cardalis and diuretics. These seemed to stabilize him
- [Bailey Byrne O'Brien](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bailey-byrne-obrien/): Breed: Chihuahua Age: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: May 13th, 2019 Hometown: London , UK Owner: Denise Byrne Primary Vet: Ark Vetcare, Kill Lane. Cardiologist: Dr. Tom Mullany of Nutgrove Veterinary Surgery MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowBailey and his brother Travis are both 11 1/2 years old. Bailey was diagnosed with a grade 3-4 murmur in 2016 but was otherwise very healthy. Both Bailey and Travis were put on Pimobendan as they both had murmurs. In March 2018 Bailey collapsed while out chasing his ball, we rushed him to the ER
- [Jewel Belsinger](https://mightyheartsproject.org/jewel-belsinger/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Age: 10 Diagnosis: Stage B2 Surgery Date: April 1st, 2019 Hometown: Baltimore, MD Owner: Jennifer Belsinger Primary Vet: Dr. Vander Veen, Pulaski Veterinary Clinic Cardiologist: Dr. Rick Cober, CVCA, Annapolis, MD MVR Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterJewel has battled health issues her whole life. She has had 2 knee surgeries for patella luxation and has permanent pins in her knees, along with a host of other medical issues. The most serious issue was MVD. Jewel always had a heart murmur. It became more noticeable over the years. I mentioned it to her orthopedic surgeon (who is an avid Cavalier owner). He recommended that Jewel visit a vet cardiologist
- [Herbert Roth-Ramsland](https://mightyheartsproject.org/herbert-roth-ramsland/): Breed: Pekingese Age: 9 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: April 29th, 2019 Hometown: Palm Beach, Florida Owner: Jennifer Roth Primary Vet: Dr. John Joyce , Regal Animal Hospital Cardiologist: Dr. Simon Swift UF, Gainesville MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowHerbert was my father’s dog who lived in Israel. I brought him home from Israel after my father passed away so I could take care of him for my dad. My dad loved Herbert or “Herbie” as he would call him. He used to call me from Israel just to talk about him. I felt that I needed to bring Herbert home with me to America and care for him for my dad.
- [Peanut Gallivan](https://mightyheartsproject.org/peanut-gallivan/): Breed: Havanese Age: 8 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: April 9th, 2019 Hometown: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Owner: Lisa Gallivan Primary Vet: Dr. Elizabeth Croft , Halifax Veterinary Hospital Cardiologist: Dr. Etienne Cote & Dr. Lynn O’Sullivan , University of Prince Edward Island MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowOur little Peanut is a Havanese. She is sable colored and very pretty. We got her as a puppy from Thunder Bay, Ontario in August 2011. She arrived on a WestJet flight full of life and even so full of energy. She was tiny but she was mighty.
- [JoJo Reynolds](https://mightyheartsproject.org/jojo-reynolds/): Breed: Chihuahua Age: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: February 18th, 2019 Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI Owner: Shanna Reynolds Primary Vet: Dr. John Drobish, Great Lakes Hospital for Animals Cardiologist: Dr. Christian Weder, Petcardia Veterinary Cardiology MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowIt all started with a cough….a cough that occurred when JoJo was excited. Initially I didn’t think anything of it, as it was almost like he had something stuck in his throat, and at the worst maybe collapsed trachea. But it persisted, and got worse.
- [Noah Jordan Camper Evitts](https://mightyheartsproject.org/noah-jordan-camper-evitts/): Breed: Bichon Frise Age: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: June 11th, 2019 Hometown: Illinois Owner: Patricia & Joseph Evitts Primary Vet: Dr Lisa Weaver, River Heights Veterinary Clinic Cardiologist: Dr. Lydia Soydan , VCA Aurora Animal Hospital MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowNoah had not been himself around the holidays (November/December of 2018). He had a general intolerance for too much activity which was in stark contrast to his usual disposition. We took him in to see his regular doctor and after a quick listen to his heartbeat it was discovered that he had a heart murmur!
- [Payton Patino](https://mightyheartsproject.org/payton-patino/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Jager Howard](https://mightyheartsproject.org/jager-howard/): Breed: Maltese/Yorkie Age: 6 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: June 11th, 2019 Hometown: North Carolina, USA Owner: Andreanna Howard Primary Vet: Dr. Sami Winter, Capeside Animal Hospital Cardiologist: Dr. Anna MacManamey , North Carolina State University Veterinary Hospital Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy Bristow Jager’s story started in early March of 2019, I began to notice that Jager seemed to be tired and out of breath quickly and each time he laid down to rest, his breathing resembled that of a dog who just ran a mile. Ten months prior, Jager underwent surgery
- [Samy Rodriguez](https://mightyheartsproject.org/samy-rodriguez/): Breed: Chihuahua Mix Age: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: April 23rd, 2019 Hometown: Covina, CA Owner: Dolores and David Rodriguez Primary Vet: Dr. Joni Nasser, Community Companion Animal Hospital Cardiologist: Dr. Danielle Yuhas, , VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center MVR Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterIn September 2018, Samy had an episode of congestive heart failure. After a visit from his Vet, David made calls to obtain all information he could find on MVR. Fortunately, David connected with Nate Estes who recommended that we contact Dr. Masami Uechi
- [Rocco Hosker](https://mightyheartsproject.org/rocco-hosker/): Breed: Long haired Chihuahua cross Jack Russell Age: 8, now 10Diagnosis: Stage D Surgery Date: July 24th , 2017 Hometown: London, UK Owner: Samantha Hosker Cardiologist : Dr. Mark Oakley at Kynoch Vets MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Dr. Dan Brockman & Dr. Poppy BristowRocco who is super energetic, was in the garden. I was feeding the birds and he liked to run off with bits of bread as a game. He suddenly started to stumble and look like he was choking. I picked him up and tried to look in his mouth but couldn't see anything. He stopped breathing. I had to think quick as was no time to get to vets.
- [Newton Chorin](https://mightyheartsproject.org/newton-chorin/): Breed: Age: 12 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: August 7, 2018 Hometown: Northern California Owner: Ethan Chorin Primary Vet: Dr. Anne Reed, All Paws Holistic Veterinary Clinic Cardiologist: Dr. Catherine Gunther-Harrington, UC Davis Small Animal Clinic MVR Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterBy the time we arrived in Japan, he was in very bad shape, after having gone into CHF briefly the month before. I had kicked myself for not starting the quarantine process as soon as he was diagnosed, as the disease initially seemed to be moving slowly. But it progressed rapidly in between two checkups, one of which I delayed.
- [Toto Ardila](https://mightyheartsproject.org/toto-ardila/): Breed: Chihuahua Age: 9-10 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: April 30th, 2019 Hometown: Dallas, TX Owner: Karen Ardila Primary Vet: Dr. Dauguette, Crossroads Animal Clinic Arlington, TX Cardiologist: Dr. Nicole Culwell, Medvet Dallas Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterWe rescued Toto when he was about 1-2 years old, Toto is the best chihuahua you’ll ever know. He doesn’t fit the stereotype of a chihuahua, he’s calm, kind, gentle, super clingy and he’s the sweetest boy. He’s a favorite patient according to his doctors.
- [Sally Fiksman](https://mightyheartsproject.org/sally-fiksman/): Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 8 Diagnosis: Stage B2 Surgery Date: July 2, 2019 Hometown: Miami Beach Owner: Fernando Fiksman Primary Vet: Dr Covadonga Talavera, VCA South Dade Cardiologist: Dr Carpenter, Jupiter Pet Emergency & Specialty Center MVR Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterAfter a routine check-up, about 3 years ago, meaning Sally was about 5 years old, the doctor heard a heart murmur. The Doctor advised me to take Sally to the veterinarian Cardiologist, he was the one who indicated her pathology.
- [Spatas Rocky Holm](https://mightyheartsproject.org/spatas-rocky-holm/): Breed: Longhaired Dachshund & Beagle mix Age: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: October 21, 2019 Hometown: Copenhagen, Denmark Owner: Egle Holm Primary Vet: Østerbro Dyreklinik, Copenhagen, Denmark Cardiologist: Dr. Jakob Willesen & Anders Simon Schrøder, Frederiksberg Small Animal Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowOn the 4th of May, 2019 Spatas woke up struggling to breathe. He was sitting in our bed and breathing really rapidly, though the weather was cool and he was certainly not overheating. We got really worried, as Spatas is not a morning person
- [Bailey Grimshaw](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bailey-grimshaw/): Breed: Pomeranian Age: 9 Diagnosis: Stage D Surgery Date: September 02, 2019 Hometown: Arroyo Grande, CA Owner: Ed & Jacklyn Grimshaw Primary Vet: Dr. Kayla Walti, Pismo Beach Veterinary Clinic Cardiologist: Coast to Coast Cardiology MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowBailey entered our hearts and lives on July 13, 2010 at the age of nine weeks. She was an adorable, but difficult puppy. She had little respect for our house, but we quickly fell in love with this adorable little girl.
- [Luna Brice](https://mightyheartsproject.org/luna-brice/): Breed: Labrador Age: 5 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: January 21, 2020 Hometown: Esher, Surrey, United Kingdom Owner: Lara Brice Primary Vet: Beech House Cardiologist: Dr. Inma Cerrada Serra, MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy Bristow Luna was diagnosed with mitral valve disease (MVD) September of 2019 after a very touch a go episode of congestive heart failure on that fateful Friday the 13th. The diagnosis came as a real shock to myself and the RVC team
- [Bella Phillips](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bella-phillips/): Breed: Chihuahua/Jack Russell Age: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: September 16th, 2019 Hometown: Seattle Washington, USA Owner: Nolan Phillips Primary Vet: Afford A Vet Cardiologist: Dr. Mikaela Mueller MVR Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowBella has been in my life now for almost 5 years as of May 2020. When I first knew Bella was going to be mine permanently I took her to a regular vet for a basic checkup. Right away the first thing he noticed was Bella had a heart murmur.
- [Chockie Deglow](https://mightyheartsproject.org/chockie-deglow/): Breed: Long Haired ChihuahuaAge: 10Diagnosis: Stage DSurgery Date: September 9, 2019Hometown: San Diego, CaliforniaOwner: Megan Deglow & Alan WaltonInstagram: chockietherussianPrimary Vet: Dr. McClellan & Dr. Tannler, Torrey Pines Animal HospitalCardiologist: Dr. Orvalho, UC Davis Veterinary Medical Center San DiegoSurgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy Bristow
- [Peyton Arney](https://mightyheartsproject.org/peyton-arney/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Chico](https://mightyheartsproject.org/chico/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Kobe Wong](https://mightyheartsproject.org/kobe-wong/): Breed: Maltese Age: 10 Diagnosis:Stage C Surgery Date: December 10th, 2019 Hometown: Staten Island, New York, United States Owner: Matthew Wong Cardiologist:: Dr. Joshua A Morgenstern, Veterinary Medical Center of Long IslandSurgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowKobe was acting relatively normal at my sisters apartment. Later that evening, while we were driving him home he was breathing quite rapidly. All night his breathing rate was intense and he did not look the same. We were concerned if he got sick and trying to understand what exactly happened.
- [Bixby Morton](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bixby-morton/): Breed: Bichon/Poodle mix Age: 11 Diagnosis: Stage D Surgery Date: January 6th, 2020 Hometown: Dana Point, California, United States Owner: Diane Morton Primary Vet: Dr. Ryan Bloese, Estrella Veterinary Hospital Cardiologist: Dr. Sarah Miller, Blue Pearl Pet Hospital, Irvine Surgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowOn one of his regular checkups the vet told me Bixby had a low grade heart murmur. To be honest I didn’t think much of it as my brother had one for years with no issues.  The vet said not to worry as Bixby was at a 2 out of 6.  Then things started to change.
- [Hazel Radon](https://mightyheartsproject.org/hazel-radon/): Breed: CavachonAge: 10Diagnosis: Stage CSurgery Date: June 4th, 2019Hometown: Novi, MI, United StatesOwner: Jonathan RadonPrimary Vet: Dr. Gorbea, Plymouth Veterinary HospitalCardiologist: Dr. Weder/Dr. DeSana, Veterinary Cardiology ConsultantsSurgical Team: RVC, Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy BristowEarly Saturday morning we woke up to find Hazel panting, coughing, and her heart racing. We spent 10-15 minutes trying to see if we could calm her down.
- [Lola Martinez](https://mightyheartsproject.org/lola-martinez/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Casey Ostanski](https://mightyheartsproject.org/casey-ostanski/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Don Perro](https://mightyheartsproject.org/don-perro/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Fiona Victoria Barker](https://mightyheartsproject.org/fiona-victoria-barker/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Bruiser Donato](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bruiser-donato/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Dumpling Yean](https://mightyheartsproject.org/dumpling-yean/): Breed: ChihuahuaAge: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: January 12th, 2021 Hometown: Los Angeles, CA, United States Owner: Eva Yean Primary Vet: Dr. Jeff Werber Cardiologist: Dr. Emily Chapel, Access Specialty Animal Hospitals Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterIt all started when Dumpling, just turned ten years old. He was due for a full annual exam, I noted that he had a cough.
- [Snickers Kay](https://mightyheartsproject.org/snickers-kay/): Breed: Chihuahua Age: 12 Diagnosis: Stage D Surgery Date: January 12th, 2021 Hometown: Boynton Beach, Florida, United States Owner: Jennifer and James Kay Primary Vet: Dr. Michele Tucker, VCA Cardiologist: Dr. Simon Swift Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterDecember 2019, I noticed our 11-year-old chihuahua was breathing very fast. I asked my fiancé, James, if this was normal, he quickly answered no.
- [Oliver Cora](https://mightyheartsproject.org/oliver-cora/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Madison Lawson-Fairfield](https://mightyheartsproject.org/madison-lawson-fairfield/): Breed: Shih Tzu Age: 9 Diagnosis: Stage B2 Surgery Date: February 24th, 2020 Hometown: Crete, IL, United States Owner: Michelle Lawson-Fairfield Primary Vet: Katrina Johnson VCA Forest South Animal HospitalCardiologist: Michael Luethy MedVet of ChicagoSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterIn May 2019, Madison went to her primary vet, Dr. Katrina Johnson, for a routine visit and I was shocked she discovered a heart murmur.
- [Chloe Perry](https://mightyheartsproject.org/chloe-perry/): Breed: Cockapoo Age: 10 Diagnosis: Stage D Surgery Date: July 6th, 2021 Hometown: Long Island, New York, United States Owner: Brad Perry Cardiologist: Dr. George Kramer, Atlantic Coast Veterinary SpecialistSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterChloe Perry was 8.5 when she was diagnosed with a heart murmur by our local vet’s mobile echocardiogram machine, they determined she had mitral valve disease.
- [Simba Jallad](https://mightyheartsproject.org/simba-jallad/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Jessie Outhouse](https://mightyheartsproject.org/jessie-outhouse/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Lady Darling](https://mightyheartsproject.org/lady-darling/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Lolita Miano](https://mightyheartsproject.org/lolita-miano/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Haru Burton](https://mightyheartsproject.org/haru-burton/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Yuzu Tamaki](https://mightyheartsproject.org/yuzu-tamaki/): Breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Age at surgery: 8 Diagnosis: Stage B2 Surgery Date: June 21st, 2021 Hometown: Roseville, CA, United StatesOwner: Rie Tamaki Cardiologist: UC Davis, Dr KaplanSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterYuzu was first diagnosed at 4½ years old with a very mild murmur June 2017. We caught it early with annual exams. No enlargement was observed, and heart was still strong. I was devastated it was early onset
- [Stewie Blobby Benjamin](https://mightyheartsproject.org/stewie-blobby-benjamin/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Sulley Perry-Berndt](https://mightyheartsproject.org/sulley-perry-berndt/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Chukoy van Oldenbarneveld](https://mightyheartsproject.org/chukoy-van-oldenbarneveld/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Toki Feng](https://mightyheartsproject.org/toki-feng/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Emma Ibrahim](https://mightyheartsproject.org/emma-ibrahim/): Breed: ChihuahuaAge at surgery: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: November 7th, 2022Hometown: Ontario, CanandaOwner: Nancy ZhangCardiologist: Dr. Lichtenberger, Dr. PiresRepair Surgical Team: Dr. Dan Brockman, RVCEmma is a fiery, sock-loving, and (now) well-travelled little dog. She was from Texas and came to Canada when she was five. She always had a cough when she drank water
- [Lucas Bustillos](https://mightyheartsproject.org/lucas-bustillos/): Breed: Pomeranian - Chihuahua MixAge at surgery: 11Diagnosis: Stage: CSurgery Date: November 22nd, 2022Hometown: Alexandria, Virginia, USAOwner: Dilianna BustillosCardiologist: Kendra LaFauci DVMSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterI adopted Lucas when I was 22, right out of college. He quickly became the love of my life. Over the last 12 years, Lucas and I have been through everything together.
- [Trinka Silvoso](https://mightyheartsproject.org/trinka-silvoso/): Breed: Miniature SchnauzerAge at surgery: 12 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: April 24th, 2023Hometown: Little Rock, AR USAOwner: Karen SilvosoCardiologist: Dr. Aliya MageeRepair Surgical Team: Dr. Dan Brockman, RVCAt age 10 which she developed a heart murmur which worsened over the next year.  The night of August 22,2022 she had labored breathing, and we took her to the Emergency vet.  She was in heart failure
- [Oliver Braun](https://mightyheartsproject.org/oliver-braun/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Mitral Valve Disease in Dogs](https://mightyheartsproject.org/mitral-valve-disease-in-dogs/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Oliver Richmeir](https://mightyheartsproject.org/oliver-richmeir/): Breed: PomeranianAge at surgery: 11 Diagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: March 1st, 2022Hometown: San Ramon, CA, USAOwner: Kim RichmeierPrimary Vet: Dr. Elisa DowdCardiologist: Dr. Sara JohnsRepair Surgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterI have been blessed to have a dog or multiple dogs in my life since I was 2 years old. And yet I knew absolutely nothing about heart disease in dogs. So, I was completely taken aback when I was told that Oliver (10.5 y/o) was in heart failure and that, hopefully, with medication he could live another 12-15 months.
- [Jasmine Clinic Webinar](https://mightyheartsproject.org/jasmine-clinic-webinar/): Last year we were honored to attend a webinar Dr. Sayaka Takeuchi, Dr. Masami Uechi and other vital staff at the Jasmine Clinic hosted. They were gracious enough to host and recorded the seminar to educate our Mighty Hearts families on what is canine mitral valve disease (MVD) and repair (MVR).
- [Zoey Marie's Second MVR Surgery](https://mightyheartsproject.org/zoey-marie-estes-second-mvr-surgery/): I wanted to share the actual second mitral valve repair surgery of my brave daughter Zoey Marie Estes.
- [Cindy Dunston Quirk Interview](https://mightyheartsproject.org/cindy-dunston-quirk/): I had the absolute pleasure of Interviewing Cindy Dunston Quirk (Owner) of Scout & Zoe’s to discuss some of the amazing pet treats she makes. Cindy explains the importance of sourcing quality treats for your companion animals.  
- [Interview with Dr. Judy Morgan, DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT](https://mightyheartsproject.org/dr-judy-morgan/): In this interview we discussed the importance of proper pet nutrition, supplementation in regards to heart disease and heart disease specifically related to mitral valve disease (MVD). We also briefly covered the controversial DCM issue.
- [Crystal Gem Dupouy](https://mightyheartsproject.org/crystal-gem-dupouy/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Ruby Bach](https://mightyheartsproject.org/ruby-bach/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Louis Bennett](https://mightyheartsproject.org/louis-bennett/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Milo Gulizio](https://mightyheartsproject.org/milo-gulizio/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Beanie Ruffini](https://mightyheartsproject.org/beanie-ruffini/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Chester Knapp](https://mightyheartsproject.org/chester-knapp/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Choupinet](https://mightyheartsproject.org/choupinet/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Coal Seime](https://mightyheartsproject.org/coal-seime/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Tucker Lucia](https://mightyheartsproject.org/tucker-lucia/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Riley Pittman](https://mightyheartsproject.org/riley-pittman/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Bogart Oliver Rogers](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bogart-oliver-rogers/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Heidi Wicksman](https://mightyheartsproject.org/heidi-keller/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Zoey's MVD Journey](https://mightyheartsproject.org/zoeys-mvd-journey/): Follow my amazing daughters journey.  Read her story  
- [Drs. Dan Brockman & Poppy Bristow (RVC) interview Part 2](https://mightyheartsproject.org/dr-dan-brockman-poppy-bristow-rvc-interview-part-2/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [ToTo Satori](https://mightyheartsproject.org/toto/): Breed: Yorkshire TerrierAge: 10 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CSurgery Date: January 29, 2018Hometown: New York, NYOwner: LiLi LCardiologist: Dr. George Kramer, ACVSSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonToTo is a 10 year old Yorkshire Terrier from New York, NY. ToTo had a totally clean bill of health until a low grade murmur was detected in July of 2016. X-rays and echocardiogram at the time did not conclude treatment, just a follow up one year later. During pre-check for teeth cleaning three weeks ago, March 2017, blood work came back with slightly elevated enzymes in the liver; and x-ray showed a much more enlarged heart than last summer.
- [DRS. DAN BROCKMAN & POPPY BRISTOW (RVC) INTERVIEW PART 1](https://mightyheartsproject.org/rvc-interview/): Mitral Valve Repair Canine Mitral Valve Repair Surgery Information Mitral Valve Repair Intervention Explained This is not a simple surgical procedure. It is a complete and very complex medical-surgical procedure from the preoperative phase to the hospital discharge 7-10 days later, where a team of 10 veterinarians intervene for a single dog.Each veterinarian has a specific role, either medical or surgical. The procedure requires:2 surgeons (surgeon and one assistant surgeon)3 sterile instrumentalists3 non-sterile assistants1 perfusionist1 anesthetist-resuscitator1 cardiologist sonographerHere we will break down some of the processes of this procedure to give you a broad understanding of this complex intervention.“The success of…
- [Koda Murray](https://mightyheartsproject.org/koda-murray/): Breed: Miniature Australian ShepherdAge: 11 years oldDiagnosis: Stage D Surgery Date: July 25th, 2018Hometown: Portland, OR Owner: Stefani Murray Instagram: @kodawoofCardiologist: Dr. Gary Wood at Cardiology NorthwestSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterKoda’s symptoms came on suddenly and rapidly. He had his yearly check up with his primary care veterinarian in April 2017 with no noticeable murmur whatsoever. Yet in late October 2017 he began coughing consistently, so I took him to be seen by his primary care veterinarian and was referred to a cardiologist immediately.
- [Dutch Schmidt](https://mightyheartsproject.org/dutch-schmidt/): Breed: Mini Schnauzer mixAge: 12 years oldDiagnosis: Stage C Surgery Date: February 1, 2018Hometown: Tampa, FL Owner: Julieanne & Bill SchmidtCardiologist: Dr. Simon Swift, UFL Primary Vet: Hyde Park Veterinary ClinicSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonIn July 2014 a level 2 murmur was detected during a routine visit at UF prior to his third dental cleaning and an echocardiogram confirmed Mitral Valve Disease. His murmur progressed to level 5 and in September 2017 he developed an exercise intolerance. He was taken to his primary care vet and and an x-ray confirmed the worst - congestive heart failure. Dutch went on Lasix for the fluid in his lungs, enalapril and pimobendan.
- [Simba Nam](https://mightyheartsproject.org/simba-nam/): Breed: MalteseAge: 8Diagnosis: Stage DSurgery Date: April 16, 2018 Hometown: Los Angeles, CAOwner: Sandy Nam Cardiologist : Dr. Timothy Hodge, UC Veterinary Medical Center, San DiegoSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterIn January of 2017 I took Simba in for his annual health check-up and the vet noticed a slightly enlarged heart. I was advised to take him to the cardiologist where I was told everything was fine and that he didn’t need to be on medication at the time. Approximately 1 month after his second cardiologist visit on August 11, 2017, Simba went into congestive heart failure (CHF). A month later, he had another episode and I cried every night reading about this terrible disease.
- [Bailey Ambrose](https://mightyheartsproject.org/bailey-ambrose/): Breed: Shih TzuAge: 7Diagnosis Stage: CSurgery Date: June 30th, 2018 Hometown: Milford, NHOwner: Nat and Sandy AmbrosePrimary Veterinarian: Dr. Cheryl Donnell, Milford Veterinary HospitalCardiologist: Dr. Ivan Sosa Samper, Massachusetts Veterinary Referral HospitalSurgical Team: France, Drs. Masami Uechi, Sabine & Jean Hugues BozonBailey is a rescue dog that we adopted in Virginia in 2012. We fell in love with him the second we saw him. His diagnosis with MVD was devastating to us and we wanted to do anything we could to help him. During his annual check up in 2015 he was diagnosed with a heart murmur. Our vet said it was nothing to be concerned with at that time. He was fine until April of 2017 when we found out he had Mitral Valve Disease and his murmur was upgraded to Stage B2. We took him to a cardiologist and he was started on heart medication to try and slow down the disease.
- [Keisha](https://mightyheartsproject.org/keisha/): Breed: Chinese Crested HairlessAge: 8 years oldDiagnosis: Stage CSurgery Date: April 19, 2018Hometown: Ballarat, Victoria, AustraliaOwner: AnonymousInstagram @keishakessCardiologist: Niek Beijerink, Richard WoolleyPrimary Vet: Advanced VetCareSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi & Team at, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterKeisha first presented a stage 2 murmur in April 2017. No treatment was recommended at the time. On 17th December 2017 she was given diagnosis of MVD with CHF and placed on furosemide and spironolactone. Her ultrasound showed very enlarged heart (size of a Doberman) and damaged mitral valve, ruptured chords. After several CHF episodes, surgical options were researched and Jasmine vets in Japan referred Keisha to Niek Beijerink at University of Sydney. Keisha had surgery at University of Sydney with Dr. Uechi on April 19, 2018.
- [Dr. Masami Uechi Interview](https://mightyheartsproject.org/dr-masami-uechi-interview/): The Mighty Hearts Team traveled to the Jasmine clinic in Yokohama Japan to interview Dr. Masami Uechi.
- [Dot Lim](https://mightyheartsproject.org/dot-lim/): Breed: MalteseAge: 9Diagnosis Stage: CSurgery Date: July 23rd, 2018Hometown: San Francisco, CAOwner: Kate LimPrimary Veterinarian: Dr. Shannon Leggieri, Claremont Veterinary HospitalCardiologist: Dr. Satoko Nishimura & Dr. Kate WoodruffSurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterIn early December 2017 Dot went into congestive heart failure after 3 years of a mild heart murmur. I found out because he started lifting his nose in the air and refused to lay down. My family and I were all devastated and immediately went to UC Davis's cardiology hospital. We heard about the mitral valve repair surgery for dogs but weren't sure if it was reliable. We were so lucky because we met Dr. Nishimura who knew Dr. Uechi and guided us through the process and introduced me to the Mighty Hearts Project.
- [Pedey Ballard](https://mightyheartsproject.org/pedey-ballard/): Breed: American EskimoAge: 8 DiagnosisStage: CSurgery Date: June 4th, 2018Hometown: Anchorage, AlaskaOwner: Sarah BallardPrimary Veterinarian: Dr. Alison Capitan, College Village Animal ClinicCardiologist: Dr. Dawn Webber, Arctic Echoes Veterinary CardiologySurgical Team: Dr. Masami Uechi, Jasmine Cardiovascular Medical CenterDuring a weekend in September 2017 I noticed Pedey was coughing more and seemed lethargic. I took him to the vet the next day. They performed a chest x-ray and found his heart to be severely enlarged. I thought it looked like a football it was so big. I was able to get him to a cardiologist the following day and he was diagnosed with mitral valve disease and congestive heart failure. He had a grade 4-5/6 left apical systolic murmur and his left atrium and ventricle were both severely enlarged.

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