A Clearer View of Your Pet's Heart

At Middle Brighton Vet, we believe every heartbeat matters. Caring for your pet’s heart is one of the most important ways to support a long, happy life.

That’s why we offer echocardiography, a gentle, non invasive ultrasound that lets us see your pet’s heart in motion. With advanced colour Doppler technology, we can observe blood flow, valve movement, and heart strength in real time. This helps us detect issues early and tailor treatment with precision.

Dr Viv, who has a special interest in cardiology, provides this service right here in house. She is highly trained in performing and interpreting echocardiograms, so your pet receives expert care without the stress of referral or travel.

We may recommend an echo if your pet has a heart murmur, shows signs like coughing or tiring easily, or belongs to a breed prone to heart disease, such as Cavaliers, other small breeds, Dobermans, Maine Coons, and Ragdolls.

Even if your pet seems well, heart disease can progress silently. Regular check ups, including echocardiograms every 6 to 12 months, allow us to catch changes early, adjust treatment, and keep your pet feeling their best.

If a heart condition is diagnosed, we usually recommend rechecks every 6 months. These follow up scans help us track changes, remeasure heart function, and adjust treatment before symptoms progress, keeping your pet comfortable, active, and happy for as long as possible.

To learn more or book a heart check, call us at Middle Brighton Vet.

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