Our radiology services help us see inside your pet’s body to diagnose injuries and illnesses quickly and accurately. Digital X-rays provide clear images of bones, joints, the chest, and the abdomen.
These images are useful for detecting fractures, arthritis, heart and lung disease, bladder stones, swallowed objects, and certain tumors. They’re also an important part of planning before surgery.
Most X-rays are quick and painless. Some pets may need mild sedation to stay still, which helps us capture the clearest pictures while keeping them calm.
With our radiology services, results are available right away, allowing us to review them with you during the same visit and begin treatment sooner.
If you have any questions about our radiology service or what to expect during your pet’s procedure, please don’t hesitate to ask.
OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) Certification
This process involves X-raying a dog’s hips for hip dysplasia and then forwarding the results to the OFA, where board-certified radiologists evaluate and grade your dog’s hips for certification. Used by the majority of canine breeders to determine medical soundness for breeding, OFA certification requires specific positioning of your dog during the X-ray process, so general anesthesia is used for the process.
