A Closer Look at Their Health

Why Wellness Ultrasounds Matter for Healthy Pets

When it comes to our pets, we want to do everything we can to help them live long, happy and healthy lives. We schedule their annual wellness exams, keep up with vaccinations and make sure they're getting the nutrition and exercise they need. But what if we could take an even closer look at their health?

Introducing wellness ultrasounds at Novel: an additional way to gain insight into your pet's internal health, even when they appear perfectly healthy.

Why Look Beyond the Physical Exam?

Our pets are incredibly good at hiding discomfort. In fact, some underlying health changes may not cause obvious symptoms in their early stages.

While regular physical examinations are an essential part of preventative veterinary care, they only tell us part of the story. Diagnostic imaging, including ultrasound, can offer another perspective by allowing veterinary professionals to examine internal structures that cannot be evaluated through a physical exam alone.

That's where wellness ultrasounds come in.

What Is a Wellness Ultrasound?

An ultrasound uses sound waves to create images of structures inside your pet's body. Unlike X-rays, which are particularly useful for evaluating bones and certain other structures, ultrasound allows us to visualize soft tissues and internal organs.

A wellness ultrasound is intended for pets who are feeling well and showing no obvious signs of illness. It offers an additional opportunity to evaluate internal health and potentially identify findings that may warrant further investigation.

Why Consider an Ultrasound for a Healthy Pet?

Preventative care isn't just about responding when something goes wrong. It's also about being proactive and gathering information that can help guide your pet's healthcare.

A wellness ultrasound may:

• Provide additional insight into your pet's internal health.

• Identify unexpected findings that may not be apparent during a routine physical examination.

• Help guide conversations with your veterinary team about any recommended follow-up testing.

• Establish additional information about your pet's health that can be considered alongside their medical history and physical examination.

It's important to remember that no screening tool can identify every potential health concern or guarantee that a pet is disease-free. Ultrasound findings may also require additional testing or interpretation by your veterinarian.

A More Proactive Approach to Pet Care

At Novel, we believe great veterinary care means looking beyond the moment and thinking about your pet's long-term wellbeing.

Wellness ultrasounds are another way we're expanding how we care for pets, giving pet parents and our veterinary team additional information to support informed healthcare decisions.

Because when it comes to their health, a little extra insight can go a long way.

Want to learn more about wellness ultrasounds at Novel? Connect with our team to find out if this service is right for your pet.