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What is canine dilated cardiomyopathy?

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What is canine dilated cardiomyopathy?

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Dilated cardiomyopathy is a condition where the heart muscles is affected, and this causes atrial and ventricular dilation in the dog and can lead to congestive heart failure. Dilated cardiomyopathy can be caused by several different reasons, including certain types of amino acid deficiency. Dilated cardiomyopathy is chiefly seen in large dog breeds, e.g. Great Danes, Doberman dogs and Boxers. Doxorubicin use can lead to dilated cardiomyopathy.