Could an illness or injury be plaguing your pet?
When people get sick or hurt, they visit the doctor, explain their symptoms and receive the appropriate care. With pets, things aren’t always this straightforward. Because animals can’t speak, they can’t tell us when something is bothering them.
What’s more, many animals are good at hiding the signs of illness, which may allow it to develop and worsen undetected.
Veterinary diagnostics enable us to identify and treat health problems in a timely manner. Faster diagnosis of illness and injury can dramatically improve the chances of a positive outcome.
Laboratory
Our on-site diagnostic laboratory makes it fast and efficient to run a broad spectrum of tests. In many cases, we can have the answers we need in just minutes. This means we can have a treatment plan in place before you and your best friend even leave the exam room.
Imaging
When a physical exam and lab work aren’t enough to reach a diagnosis, we rely on advanced imaging technology, including x-rays and ultrasound. These tools allow us to examine the bones and internal organs, identifying injuries, diagnosing illness and determining its severity.
Images can be evaluated by our doctors in real-time or shared electronically with specialists if necessary.
If your pet has been acting a bit out of sorts lately, don’t take chances. Give the skilled professionals at Waterloo West Animal Hospital a call right away. We’ll get to the bottom of the problem and get your best friend back on the path to good health again.
