How long a Chihuahua can live with cor pulmonale depends on the severity of the disease and the care provided. The full name of cor pulmonale is pulmonary heart disease, which is a type of heart disease and cannot be cured. The only way to control the development of the disease and reduce the pain of sick dogs is through treatment, alleviation and control of symptoms.
Cor pulmonale in dogs requires comprehensive treatment, including antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, symptomatic treatment, and support therapy etc. Cor pulmonale often occurs in elderly pet dogs, especially obese elderly dogs. Therefore, it is best for owners to take their elderly dogs to the pet hospital for physical examinations 1 to 2 times a year to detect and treat potential diseases in elderly dogs in a timely manner.