Heart of Oregon Veterinary Cardiology

12/18/2025

Look who is celebrating her 16th birthday AND rocking the Christmas colors. Sofie, we wish you and all of our patients a very Merry Christmas. Our office will be closed Dec. 24th and Dec. 25th while we celebrate with our loved ones.

12/12/2025

Exciting news for potentially more options for open heart/cardiac bypass surgery options in the US. https://vetmed.illinois.edu/2025/11/06/bringing-open-heart-surgery-to-illinois/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOpbIxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETF5Tzlwc3puY1dsTGp6a1dMc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpJEJsv6EjWvYvvNZt_tVOFAbjErPx5nLDN-YQ-8S6WMfSdM9GUZmWmo_aoG_aem_Hxv2Fs7dRJdasDPzPMm2AA

Open-heart surgery extends the lives of pet's with heart disease. Dr. Saki Kadotani hopes to bring the procedure to Illinois.

10/31/2025

Happy Hallowe'en! We would love to see photos of you and your pets in their Hallowe'en costumes. Featuring the newest recruits to the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders, DCC Kathryn and DCC Pinky! Cue the Thunderstruck music.

10/17/2025

Happy Veterinary Technician week! Please join myself and Pinky in thanking Karen, Allison, Brooke and Jamesy for their love and dedication to our patients! You are so appreciated.

09/02/2025

Gorgeous end of summer weather in Oregon, a glass of wine, and sheep dog trials! Are you looking for a fun activity next weekend? Come cheer on the dogs and enjoy the camaraderie. One of the competitors is a patient and is not letting heart disease slow him down...

Mark your calendar for a weekend of countryside charm at the Lady Hill Fall Sheepdog Classic. Slow down, connect with the community and enjoy tradition and hospitality while making memories. Let the kids run free with activities for the youngsters while you relax with a glass of Lady Hill wine.

Experience the magic of the Lady Hill Fall Sheepdog Classic:
🐶 Live sheepdog trials
🎶 Nightly music & evening bonfires
🍕 Delicious food, drinks & more
🛝 Fun activities for the kids
🍷 Lady Hill wines available all weekend

• Adults (15+): $15 per day
• Youth (5–14): $4 per day
• Kids 4 & under are FREE!

Special Offer: Make a weekend of it! Buy tickets for two days and get the third day on us. No code required.

Pack your picnic blankets and make it a weekend to remember.

Tickets: https://pci.jotform.com/form/252314111024538

08/29/2025

06/09/2025

Huge shoutout to Dawn Danner, of the MHDPC. Dawn has been instrumental in establishing and running 40 cardiac health clinics for this amazing breed! She has given so much of her time to try and detect dilated cardiomyopathy in the Doberman breed. We love her so much, and a sincere THANK YOU.🩷

02/17/2025

Important information about avian influenza and decreasing risk to your pets:

02/14/2025

Happy Heart Day on this wintry February 14th. May you cuddle with your loved ones (both furry and human) and not drive anywhere!

02/13/2025

We are currently in office but winter is impacting travel in the area. Please call ahead or text if you have an appointment scheduled Thursday or Friday.

01/16/2025

We are looking forward to seeing some wonderful dogs at the Rose City Dog Show. Dr. Atkinson and her crew are providing echocardiogram and auscultations Friday and Sat between 9-4. Come on by and say hello!

12/26/2024

Happy Boxing Day from my cat, Max. Please find an important message about a recall of NW Naturals food. https://apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsroom/OR/ODA/Posts/Post/morasch-meats-voluntary-recall-feline-raw-pet-food-hpai?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery