Zoohels Kardiolik syrup 250 ml is a feed supplement to support the heart and blood vessels in dogs from the Ukrainian brand ZooHels (UZVPP). The syrup combines nutrients important for the heart muscle — taurine, carnitine and coenzyme Q10 — with hawthorn, motherwort and valerian extracts. It's given as a course of at least a month, mixed with food or water.
What's inside and why
Taurine is an amino acid essential for normal heart and blood vessel function. Carnitine helps cells, including heart muscle cells, produce energy. Coenzyme Q10 is an antioxidant that protects heart cells from damage. Hawthorn extract tones the heart muscle and widens blood vessels, motherwort calms the nervous system and valerian normalises sleep and relieves stress. The manufacturer claims it strengthens the heart muscle, improves circulation, supports normal blood pressure, improves oxygen supply to tissues and boosts stamina. The amount of each component isn't stated on the product page.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Components | taurine, carnitine, coenzyme Q10, hawthorn, motherwort, valerian |
| Form | syrup, 250 ml |
| Dogs up to 10 kg | 2.5 ml twice a day |
| Dogs over 10 kg | 5 ml twice a day |
| Course | at least 1 month |
| How to give | with food or water |
Pros
- Key nutrients for the heart. Taurine, carnitine and coenzyme Q10 in one syrup.
- Gentle calming herbs. Motherwort and valerian reduce stress.
- Simple dosing. Just two doses — for dogs under and over 10 kg.
- Convenient form. The syrup goes into food or water; no pills to swallow.
- Lasts a long time for small dogs. A bottle lasts a dog under 10 kg for 50 days.
Cons
- A supplement, not a medicine. For heart disease it doesn't replace drugs prescribed by a cardiologist.
- Ingredient amounts not stated. You can't tell from the product page how much taurine or CoQ10 is in 5 ml.
- Dosing for dogs only. There's no regimen for cats in the description — only after a vet consultation.
- 25 days for large dogs. At 10 ml a day, a bottle won't last a month-long course.
How to give it
Dogs up to 10 kg get 2.5 ml twice a day; dogs over 10 kg get 5 ml twice a day. The syrup is added to food or water; to make sure the dog gets the full dose, it's easiest to mix it into a small portion of wet food. For a noticeable effect, the manufacturer recommends giving Kardiolik for at least a month. If your dog already takes heart medication or sedatives, check with your vet first: the formula contains valerian and motherwort.
When a dog's heart needs a vet
Warning signs include tiring quickly on walks, breathlessness at rest, coughing — especially at night — bluish gums, fainting and a swollen belly. These call for an exam and a heart ultrasound: many canine heart diseases can be managed well with medication, and the sooner treatment starts, the better. Risks rise with age and excess weight — see our articles on caring for a senior dog and overweight cats and dogs. Summer is especially hard for dogs with heart conditions — see dogs in hot weather.
Who it suits
Older dogs, large and active dogs, and pets with heart problems — as support alongside the main treatment, after consulting a vet. From the same ZooHels range we've reviewed HepatoLik for the liver. More products are in the medicines section.
Verdict
Zoohels Kardiolik is a convenient syrup supplement with taurine, carnitine, coenzyme Q10 and gentle calming herbs. It's easy to give with food and the dosing is simple. But it's support, not treatment: with signs of heart disease, start with an exam and vet-prescribed medication, and use Kardiolik as an add-on.
FAQ
How is Kardiolik dosed?
Dogs up to 10 kg get 2.5 ml, dogs over 10 kg get 5 ml, twice a day.
How long is the course?
The manufacturer recommends at least 1 month.
Can cats have it?
The description gives dosing for dogs only; a cat needs a vet's advice.
Does Kardiolik replace heart medication?
No, it's a feed supplement for support, not a treatment for heart disease.
How is the syrup given?
Added to food or water twice a day.
Why does it contain valerian and motherwort?
They have a calming effect and help reduce stress.
How long does a bottle last?
50 days for a dog under 10 kg, 25 days for a dog over 10 kg.
