Dog

Cat

Diagnostics & Imaging

Advanced diagnostics like bloodwork, X-rays, and ultrasound help us catch issues early and treat them quickly.

Diagnostics & Imaging: Getting Answers, Guiding Better Care
When your pet isn’t feeling their best—or when something just seems “off”—diagnostics and imaging help us find the answers quickly and accurately. These tools allow veterinarians to see what’s happening inside your pet’s body without invasive procedures, making it easier to diagnose
illnesses, monitor ongoing conditions, and plan effective treatments.

Why Are Diagnostics Important?

Pets can’t tell us what’s wrong, and early signs of illness are often subtle. Advanced diagnostics help us catch problems early—when they’re most treatable—and ensure we’re not guessing when it comes to your pet’s health.

Whether it’s a routine wellness check or something more urgent, in-house diagnostics give your veterinarian a clearer picture of your pet’s internal health.

What Types of Diagnostic Services Do We Offer?

Our hospital offers a wide range of diagnostic and imaging tools, including:

Bloodwork & Lab Testing

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)

  • Blood chemistry panels (organ function, electrolytes)

  • Thyroid and hormone testing

  • Tick-borne disease screening

  • Feline leukemia/FIV testing

  • Heartworm testing

Urinalysis & Fecal Testing

  • Detects infections, crystals, or signs of kidney issues

  • Screens for internal parasites, Giardia, and more

Digital Radiology (X-Rays)

  • High-quality imaging of bones, chest, abdomen, and joints

  • Useful for identifying fractures, arthritis, foreign bodies, tumors, or lung disease

Ultrasound Imaging

  • Offers a real-time look at soft tissues like the liver, bladder, kidneys, or heart

  • Ideal for detecting fluid buildup, tumors, pregnancy, or organ changes

In-House Laboratory

  • Fast turnaround for urgent or same-day cases

  • Supports more accurate diagnosis and quicker treatment decisions

When Might Your Pet Need Imaging or Lab Tests?

  • Vomiting or diarrhea

  • Limping or pain

  • Labored breathing or coughing

  • Weight loss or appetite changes

  • Lethargy or behavioral changes

  • Monitoring chronic illnesses

  • Pre-surgical evaluations or senior wellness screening

What to Expect

Your veterinarian will walk you through the purpose of each test or imaging recommendation, what the results may tell us, and next steps. Most procedures are non-invasive, and we prioritize your pet’s comfort and safety throughout.


Diagnostics are the bridge between symptoms and solutions. With accurate, timely results, we can provide the best possible care for your pet—whether it’s for peace of mind or urgent treatment.

🐾 Looking to keep your pet healthy and happy? Visit us—we’re here to support every step of the way.

FAQs

Answers to Common Questions

Please be aware that our medical team has been working very long hours under arduous conditions at increased risk to themselves and their family members, to provide care for your pets. This includes routine care as well as urgent illnesses & injuries. Your wait time to see the veterinarian will most certainly be longer than you have been used to in the past. Additionally, you will most likely be on hold longer than you would like when you call us. We are sorry, but this is something we cannot change.

Yes! Having your pet’s medical records will help us to provide complete care in the future. Please send your pet’s medical records to records@animalkindnessvet.net.

Canine: Rabies, Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, Coronavirus (for puppies), Bordetella, Canine Influenza, Lyme Disease, Rattlesnake. Feline: Feline Distemper, Feline Leukemia. Ferret: Distemper, Rabies.

No we don’t offer a pre-paid plan, however we do offer very affordable healthy pet preventive care diagnostics.

Yes, we do operate by scheduled appointments to see your animal as your time is valuable and we don’t want you to have to wait. Unfortunately there are times that our Veterinarian may is dealing with an emergency and we ask for your patience in these situations. We also understand how busy life is, and do try an accommodate walk-ins as best as we can. There is an additional fee for walk-in exams and there may be a longer wait time. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call us at 702-453-2990 or click here to book an appointment now.

Please see our contact page for directions to our hospital as well as our hospital hours.