Diagnostics

Could an unseen illness or injury be tormenting your pet?

When humans get sick or hurt, they go to the doctor, explain their symptoms and receive the appropriate care. With pets, however, things aren’t always this straightforward. Because animals can’t speak, they can’t always let us know when something is bothering them. 

What’s more, many animals are able to mask the signs of illness, allowing it to develop and worsen undetected.

Veterinary diagnostics enable us to identify and address health problems in a timely manner. Faster diagnosis of illness and injury can vastly improve the likelihood of a positive outcome.

Laboratory

Our convenient on-site diagnostic laboratory makes it quick and easy to run a wide variety of tests. In many cases, we can have results in just minutes. This means we can have a treatment strategy in place before you and your pet even leave the exam room. 

Imaging

When a physical exam and lab work aren’t enough to reach a definitive diagnosis, we turn to advanced imaging technology, such as x-rays and ultrasound. These tools allow us to examine the bones and internal organs, identifying injuries, diagnosing illness and determining its severity. 

Digital 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. Contact West Shore Animal Hospital right away. We’ll get to the bottom of the problem and get your best friend back on the path to good health again.