Ultrasound is a gentle, non-invasive imaging tool that allows us to look inside your cat’s body in real time. It helps us better understand what’s happening with organs such as the liver, kidneys, bladder, and intestines — without surgery or radiation.
To provide the highest level of care, we partner with a board-certified veterinary internal medicine specialist who visits our hospital once a month to perform advanced abdominal ultrasounds and consultations.
Cats are skilled at hiding discomfort, and many internal conditions don’t show obvious outward signs at first. Ultrasound helps us:
Ultrasound does not diagnose every condition, but it often provides valuable information that guides treatment and helps us make informed decisions together.
Ultrasound may be recommended if your cat has:
It can also be useful for senior cats as part of a deeper evaluation.
We give you instructions ahead of time — for many cats, fasting and a full bladder improve image quality. We may also discuss calming medication for anxious or stressed cats.
Your cat will be positioned comfortably on a padded surface. To obtain clear images, a small area of fur on the belly is typically shaved.
Our visiting internist performs the ultrasound and evaluates images right away. They provide a report shortly after the appointment, and your veterinarian will review the results with you.
Results help us recommend next steps, which may include:
We always explain what findings mean in plain language and walk you through your options.
You’ll receive:
Most cats go home the same day and resume normal activities right away.
If urgent imaging is needed, we will help guide you to appropriate referral options.
Yes. A board-certified internal medicine specialist visits our hospital once a month to perform abdominal ultrasounds.
Typically, yes — shaving a small patch of fur on the belly helps get clear images.
Not always, but usually recommended. Some cats are relaxed for the procedure; others may benefit from mild sedation to reduce stress and allow quality imaging.
It is a drop-off procedure, and your cat usually goes home the same day.
Often, yes — many findings can be discussed the same day. Some cases may require a formal written report.
If timing is urgent, we can help arrange a referral to a 24-hour specialty hospital.
