My veterinarian recommended an ultrasound of my cat's abdomen. How might this help him recommend the best treatment of my pet?

Ultrasound is one of the most useful tools in veterinary medicine, providing a three-dimensional image of an animal’s entire abdomen. With this low-stress, non-invasive procedure, a veterinarian can see the shape and size of organs like the stomach, liver, and kidneys.

Tomas Baker, Chief Ultrasonographer at the UC-Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, says the signs of disease that are revealed in digital images can help a veterinarian better evaluate your pet’s condition.

Baker states, “the ultrasound enhances the clinical thought of the veterinarian.”

Using the information provided by an ultrasound, your veterinarian can customize treatment to meet your pet’s specific needs.

– Dr. Andrea Looney, DVM for the “Purina® Animal Instincts” Podcast Series

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