Pet Ultrasound in Denver, CO
Fast, accurate, and non-invasive—pet ultrasound at Urban Vet Care offers critical insights into your pet’s health without discomfort or downtime.
Advanced Veterinary Imaging for Denver Pets
At Urban Vet Care, we use ultrasound to uncover what can’t be seen from the outside—providing a safe, painless way to visualize internal organs and detect a wide range of health conditions. Whether your pet is showing signs of illness or needs routine monitoring, our imaging capabilities allow us to deliver quick answers and targeted care.
We offer abdominal ultrasounds performed by a Board Certified Veterinary Radiologist, ensuring the highest level of precision and interpretation for every scan.
How Ultrasound Works
Ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of your pet’s internal organs. Unlike X-rays, which are best for viewing bones, ultrasound excels at visualizing soft tissue structures such as:
- Liver, spleen, kidneys, and bladder
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Uterus and reproductive organs
- Lymph nodes
- Masses or abnormal fluid
- Heart (in some cases, echocardiograms may be recommended separately)
During an ultrasound, your pet lies comfortably on a padded table while the veterinarian or radiologist uses a handheld probe to gently scan targeted areas. Most pets do not need sedation, although light sedation may be used for anxious or uncomfortable patients.
When Is Ultrasound Recommended?
Ultrasound is often used in combination with bloodwork and physical exams to investigate symptoms and guide treatment. Your veterinarian may recommend an ultrasound if your pet is experiencing:
- Vomiting, diarrhea, or weight loss
- Blood in urine or straining to urinate
- Abnormal lab results (e.g., elevated liver or kidney values)
- Unexplained pain or swelling
- Suspected tumors or internal masses
- Monitoring during pregnancy
- Pre-surgical evaluation or chronic condition management
Because ultrasound shows real-time motion, it is also ideal for evaluating blood flow, organ movement, and changes in fluid or soft tissue structures.
Abdominal Ultrasound with a Board Certified Veterinary Radiologist
For complex or nuanced cases, our clinic partners with a Board Certified Veterinary Radiologist who performs detailed abdominal ultrasounds on-site. These specialists undergo years of advanced training and certification to interpret subtle changes in organ structure and tissue, allowing for more accurate diagnoses and treatment recommendations.
By bringing this expertise directly to our practice, we ensure your pet receives advanced diagnostic care in a familiar, low-stress environment—without the need for external referrals or travel.