For every dog parent, the number one priority for their dog is for them to be healthy. Monitoring the respiratory rate is essential for both breeds prone to heart diseases and dogs at different stages of illnesses. This is essential to detect any sudden change that could lead to dog Congestive Heart Failure for instance. We understand the challenges of measuring your dog’s breathing rate, and we created the app RespiDog specifically for this task! read more

Has your dog been diagnosed with Dilated Cardiomyopathy or is your dog at risk? What is Dilated Cardiomyopathy and how to know if your dog is at risk DCM is a scary heart disease that affects the heart muscle, that becomes enlarged and weakened, making it harder for it to pump blood effectively. It is likely due to genetics, with some larger dog breeds highly predisposed, such as Doberman Pinscher, Great Dane, Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, German Shepherd and Cocker Spaniel. read more

What is ARVC in boxers Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) is a heart disease that boxers are highly predisposed to: it is even sometimes called “Boxer cardiomyopathy”. It is a condition where part of the heart muscle tissue is replaced by fatty or fibrous tissue, leading to potentially life-threatening abnormal heart rhythms. This can result in symptoms such as fainting, exercise intolerance, and sudden cardiac death. Diagnosis and treatment for ARVC in boxers ARVC is very common in Boxers in the US and Europe. read more

What are heart murmurs Heart murmurs are abnormal sounds that can occur in a dog’s heart. They are caused by irregular or turbulent blood flow through the heart. These murmurs can be detected by a veterinarian during a routine physical exam by listening to the dog’s chest with a stethoscope. While some heart murmurs may be harmless, others can be a symptom of an underlying disease or defect affecting the heart. read more

As a loving dog owner, your furry companion’s health and well-being are undoubtedly your top priorities. However, some conditions, such as Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), can pose a significant threat to your dog’s heart health. Understanding the risks, early detection, and proper management of DCM is crucial in ensuring your canine friend lives a longer, healthier, and happier life. In this blog post, we will delve into the details of DCM, its phases, consequences, and how you can actively protect your beloved pet. read more

Our team is thrilled to announce the release of a groundbreaking scientific paper on bioRxiv, showcasing the exceptional performance of our innovative Smart Dog Collar. Assessing the Accuracy of a Smart Collar for Dogs: Predictive Performance for Heart and Breathing Rates on a Large Scale Dataset This study not only highlights the collar’s accuracy in monitoring vital signs but also presents the release of an extensive ECG dataset. With this release, we aim to establish the reliability and effectiveness of our collar in revolutionizing canine health monitoring. read more

Climate change, with its escalating temperatures, is an increasing global concern. Invoxia, the company behind the advanced Smart Dog Collar, has delved into the unique data collected by this connected health collar to gauge the impact of soaring temperatures on dogs. They examined data from 100 dogs and the results unambiguously reveal the toll that heat takes on their well-being, with a significant rise in resting respiratory rate, especially as we have only entered the early days of summer. read more