Heart Health for Dogs
Cardiovascular and Heart Patterns of Imbalances in Dogs
Fire Element Heart Qi Deficient Pattern
- Shortness of breath
- Palpitation or racing of heart
- Irregular heart beat
- Heart Disease
- Poor circulation
Fire Element Pattern Combined with Earth Element Spleen Qi Deficient Pattern
- Shortness of breath
- Palpitation or racing of heart
- Irregular heart beat
- Spontaneous sweating
- Loose stools
- Pale tongue
- Tires easily with exercise
- Blockages
Fire Element Pattern Combined with Water Element Yang Deficient Pattern
- Cold ear and nose
- Lower back coldness
- Hind leg weakness and/or pain
- Likes warmth
- Avoids cold
- Cough
- Pale or purple tongue
- Listless
Fire Element Pattern Combined with Water Element Yin Deficient Pattern
- Shortness of breath with exertion
- Heat intolerance
- Seeks cool
- Thirst
- Dry skin
- Night Sweats and or panting
- Night-time agitation
- Loose stools
- Red, dry tongue
- Tires easily with exercise
Fire Element Pattern Combined with Wood Element Liver Qi Stagnation Pattern
Liver "overacting" on Heart
- Insomnia
- Agitation
- Tenderness along rib cage