At Best Friends Pet Hospital in Monrovia, we understand that your pet’s heart health is just as important as your own. Heart disease in pets can often go undiagnosed until symptoms become severe, which is why early detection is crucial. One of the most effective tools for diagnosing heart disease in dogs and cats is an echocardiogram (heart ultrasound).

If your veterinarian suspects a heart murmur, irregular heartbeat, or other cardiac concerns, an echocardiogram can provide a detailed look at your pet’s heart function—allowing us to diagnose conditions early and develop the best treatment plan.

At Best Friends Pet Hospital, led by Dr. Greg Hardy, we can schedule an echocardiogram for your pet within 48 hours and provide fast, accurate results with a 48-hour turnaround so you can get answers quickly.

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Why Does Your Pet Need an Echocardiogram?

An echocardiogram is a non-invasive, painless ultrasound of the heart that helps detect and monitor various heart conditions, including:

  • Heart murmurs and abnormal heart rhythms
  • Congenital heart defects (present from birth)
  • Heart valve disease (common in aging pets)
  • Cardiomyopathy (diseases of the heart muscle)
  • Fluid buildup around the heart (pericardial effusion)

Unlike a standard X-ray, which only shows the size and shape of the heart, an echocardiogram allows us to see the heart in motion, evaluating how well it pumps blood. This is essential for determining the severity of heart disease and the best course of treatment.

Signs Your Pet May Need an Echocardiogram

If your pet is showing any of the following symptoms, they may have an undiagnosed heart condition:

  • Coughing or difficulty breathing
  • Lethargy or weakness
  • Collapse or fainting episodes
  • Decreased exercise tolerance
  • Abdominal swelling due to fluid buildup

Early diagnosis through an echocardiogram can help manage heart disease before it becomes life-threatening.

Fast & Reliable Cardiac Care for Pets in Monrovia

At Best Friends Pet Hospital, we know that waiting for diagnostic results can be stressful. That’s why we offer echocardiogram scheduling within 48 hours, with results available within just two days. This quick turnaround allows our team to:

Diagnose heart disease early and create an effective treatment plan

Monitor ongoing heart conditions to adjust medication and care as needed

Provide peace of mind for pet owners concerned about their pet’s heart health

If your pet has been diagnosed with a heart murmur, irregular heartbeat, or other cardiac concerns, don’t wait—early intervention can extend and improve your pet’s life.

Call Best Friends Pet Hospital in Monrovia today to schedule an echocardiogram with Dr. Greg Hardy. Let’s work together to keep your pet’s heart healthy and strong!