Dog and Cat Radiology (X-Rays)
After an Injury
If your pet is limping, has a suspected fracture, or a visible injury after trauma, an X-ray can reveal the extent of the damage.
During a Health Crisis
Signs like coughing, difficulty breathing, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody urine from bladder stones, or abdominal swelling can indicate an internal issue that needs investigation with X-rays.
For a General Health Check
X-rays can detect conditions that don't show obvious outward symptoms, such as heart disease, organ enlargement, or early signs of cancer.
During Pregnancy
X-rays can help a vet determine the number of puppies or kittens expected and whether complications might require a C-section, although they are used sparingly due to radiation.
About Radiology (X-Rays)
Radiology (X-Rays)
Our animal hospital performs abdominal and thoracic digital radiology. All radiographs performed on your pet are read and interpreted by a board-certified radiologist. A board-certified radiologist creates a report on the radiographic findings with recommendations for further testing or treatment.
Your general veterinarian in our animal clinic and specialist work together to create the best and most appropriate treatment plan for your pet. When we need to figure out what’s wrong with your pet, we routinely use x-rays to help identify the cause of the problem, rule out possible problems, or provide a list of possible causes.
We may also use x-rays during a wellness exam to diagnose potential problems before they become serious. X-rays provide valuable information about a pet’s bones, gastrointestinal tract (stomach, intestines, colon), respiratory tract (lungs), heart, and genitourinary system (bladder, prostate). We use radiology alone or in conjunction with other diagnostic tools.
Interpretation of radiographs requires great skill on the part of the veterinarian. We are proud to offer digital radiology (x-rays that are captured digitally rather than on film). This state-of-the-art technology allows us to provide you with a quicker diagnosis for your pet. Plus, it uses less radiation than traditional x-rays.
To avoid a blurry image, pets need to remain completely still while an x-ray is taken. In some cases, we may need to sedate your pet or use short-acting general anesthesia.
If you have any questions about our radiology service or what to expect during your pet’s procedure, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Laser Therapy
We Offer Laser Therapy!
At Victoria Park Animal Hospital we strive to stay on top of the latest advancements in veterinary medicine so that we can continue to offer our clients the most effective treatment options for their cherished pets. As part of this commitment, we are proud to offer veterinary laser therapy as an additional treatment option to manage pain and speed healing following surgery or injury. It’s just one of the many ways we are helping to improve the lives of animals and the people who love them.
What is Laser Therapy?
Our veterinarian clinic's therapeutic laser is a small, handheld device that emits a high intensity beam of light. The light painlessly targets problem areas, both externally and internally, to reduce pain, improve mobility and speed healing following injury or surgery. Or animal clinic laser therapy is becoming a preferred treatment modality for many pet owners because it is painless, drug-free and non-invasive, yet results can often be seen after just one session.