Veterinary Imaging for Pets in Traverse City, MI

When your pet is sick or injured, we leave no stone unturned. At Bay Area Pet Hospital, our advanced diagnostic imaging tools allow us to look inside your pet’s body without delay. Whether it’s evaluating a painful injury, diagnosing internal illness, or locating an object they shouldn’t have eaten, we use imaging to get the answers your pet needs to feel better, faster.

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If your pet is under the weather, call us or head to our animal hospital to find the reason why.

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Our Veterinary Imaging Services

Our in-house imaging capabilities include a range of powerful tools to diagnose and monitor both emergency and non-emergency conditions:

  • Digital X-Rays (Radiographs): We use high-resolution, digital radiography to evaluate bones, joints, lungs, and abdominal organs. This helps us diagnose issues like fractures, pneumonia, obstructions, arthritis, and even certain tumors quickly and accurately.

  • Ultrasound: Our team uses abdominal ultrasound to get a real-time, noninvasive view of your pet’s internal organs. This allows us to assess soft tissue structures like the liver, kidneys, bladder, intestines, spleen, and reproductive organs for abnormalities such as inflammation, fluid buildup, or masses.

  • Echocardiograms: When heart problems are suspected, we work with an on-call doctor to perform detailed cardiac ultrasounds (echocardiograms). This advanced imaging technique lets us evaluate heart structure and function, detect abnormalities, and monitor heart disease with precision.

  • Endoscopy: Our flexible endoscope allows us to look directly into the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. This is especially helpful for investigating chronic vomiting, suspected GI disease, or retrieving foreign objects your pet may have swallowed, often avoiding the need for invasive surgery.

The Benefits of Diagnostic Imaging

In emergency situations, every moment matters, and so does every detail. Imaging allows us to assess the severity of trauma, detect internal bleeding or blockages, and confirm diagnoses quickly. When your pet is vomiting, struggling to breathe, or in pain, we rely on our advanced tools to quickly diagnose and treat the issue.

Having on-site imaging means we can act immediately. Whether it’s guiding emergency surgery, confirming a foreign body, or monitoring treatment progress, diagnostic imaging plays a crucial role in life-saving care.

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At Bay Area Pet Hospital, our diagnostic imaging capabilities are here to support one goal: giving your pet the best possible chance at recovery. We combine advanced tools with 24/7 availability, compassionate care, and a skilled medical team that’s dedicated to your pet’s wellbeing.

Need answers now? We’re here for you, day or night. Give us a call or head to our emergency hospital for immediate care.

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