Ultrasound

Pet Ultrasound Services at Sabino Veterinary Care

At Sabino Veterinary Care, our advanced ultrasound services offer a safe, non-invasive way to visualize your pet’s internal organs and soft tissues in real time. Ultrasound imaging uses high-frequency sound waves to create detailed pictures and videos of your pet’s internal structures, making it an essential tool in both diagnosing conditions and guiding treatment without the need for exploratory surgery.

Now Offering Full Abdominal Ultrasounds for Dogs and Cats

We are proud to offer Full Abdominal Ultrasounds for both dogs and cats. This comprehensive imaging study allows us to examine all major organs within the abdominal cavity, including:

• Liver
• Kidneys
• Spleen
• Stomach
• Intestines
• Pancreas
• Bladder
• Reproductive organs
• Lymph nodes
• Adrenal glands
• Major vessels

What’s the Difference Between a Regular and Full Abdominal Ultrasound?

A limited or focused ultrasound is used to evaluate a specific area of concern—such as checking the bladder for stones or scanning the uterus during pregnancy. This type of ultrasound is helpful when we already have a suspected diagnosis or are monitoring a known condition.

A Full Abdominal Ultrasound, on the other hand, provides a complete view of all abdominal organs in a single session. It is especially valuable when your pet has vague or unexplained symptoms such as vomiting, weight loss, diarrhea, or lethargy, or when bloodwork or physical exams show concerning results. It gives us a more thorough assessment and can help detect issues that may not yet be causing noticeable symptoms.

Why Your Pet Might Need a Full Abdominal Ultrasound

Your veterinarian may recommend a full abdominal ultrasound if your pet is experiencing:

• Chronic or unexplained vomiting or diarrhea
• Weight loss or appetite changes
• Blood in the urine or unusual urination
• Abdominal discomfort or swelling
• Abnormal blood test results
• Suspicion of tumors, organ dysfunction, or internal bleeding
• Suspicion of certain endocrine diseases

The Benefits of Pet Ultrasound Imaging

• Non-invasive and pain-free: General anesthesia is not required, though light sedatives may be necessary to help relax and calm the pet during the procedure
• Real-time imaging: Allows us to observe organ function and blood flow
• More accurate diagnostics: Helps pinpoint underlying issues or rule things out
• Pregnancy monitoring: Evaluate fetal development and maternal health

Whether we’re investigating a complex medical condition, confirming a healthy pregnancy, or monitoring chronic illness, ultrasound provides vital insight into your pet’s health.

Schedule a Consultation Today

Pet owners in the Tucson, Arizona, area trust Sabino Veterinary Care for accurate, compassionate, and advanced diagnostic imaging. To learn more about our Full Abdominal Ultrasounds and other ultrasound services, or to schedule an appointment, call us at (520) 547-9320.

Let us help you get the answers you need—without unnecessary procedures.