Atrioventricular Valve Dysplasia in Dogs

Malformed mitral or tricuspid valves can disrupt normal circulation. Poor exercise tolerance, growth problems or fluid accumulation may occur; treatment addresses resulting heart failure or rhythm disturbances.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.