Fungal infections can cause discomfort that isn’t always easy to identify. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, fungassay testing helps us investigate skin and coat concerns with care. By detecting fungal presence, we can better guide supportive treatment. This approach helps your pet find relief from irritation while allowing families to feel reassured about their companion’s comfort and well-being.
Bloodwork offers important insights into a pet’s overall health. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, our general panels and complete blood counts help uncover changes that may not yet be visible. These tests guide informed decisions about your companion’s care, supporting both early detection and ongoing wellness, so your pet can enjoy more moments of comfort by your side.
As pets age, their needs become more delicate and unique. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, geriatric panels help us understand the internal changes that come with growing older. Through these evaluations, we gain information that guides supportive care for senior pets. Families often find comfort in knowing their cherished companion’s health is being monitored with compassion and attention.
Persistent itching and irritation may signal underlying skin issues. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, skin scraping allows us to look deeper for causes such as mites or other concerns. This simple diagnostic step helps us guide treatments that bring relief, easing your pet’s discomfort and helping them return to the joy of daily life without constant scratching or distress.
Sometimes, answers lie beneath the surface where the eye cannot see. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, radiology provides images that reveal hidden injuries, illnesses, or conditions. With this tool, we can better understand your pet’s health and guide appropriate care. Each image tells a story, and our role is to interpret it with care and compassion for your companion.
Eye health is an important part of your pet’s comfort and quality of life. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, tonometry measures pressure within the eye to help identify concerns such as glaucoma. This quick, gentle procedure offers valuable insight into conditions that may otherwise go unnoticed, supporting timely care that preserves your companion’s vision and overall well-being.
Ultrasound allows us to see beyond the surface, exploring organs and tissues in a gentle, non-invasive way. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, ultrasonography helps us understand conditions that may be affecting your pet’s health. Families appreciate the clarity this tool brings, offering reassurance that their beloved companion’s needs are being considered with care, attention, and thoughtful evaluation.
Hormonal imbalances can greatly affect a pet’s health and daily comfort. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, our endocrine testing helps us evaluate conditions such as diabetes, Addison’s, Cushing’s, or thyroid concerns. By identifying these challenges, we can guide supportive care that improves your pet’s quality of life, helping them feel more balanced while offering families peace of mind.
For breeding families, timing plays a vital role in planning. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, progesterone testing provides valuable information during these important moments. We handle the process with care, understanding the emotional connection between families and their pets. Our role is to support these milestones with attentive guidance, helping ensure the experience is as smooth and reassuring as possible.
When a mass or tissue sample raises concern, histopathology offers answers. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, this diagnostic tool examines cells closely to uncover what lies beneath. Families often seek clarity in these moments, and our team provides both the medical insight and the compassionate support needed to move forward with the care your beloved companion may require.
Urine testing provides an important window into your pet’s kidney and urinary health. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, urinalysis helps us detect issues such as infection, crystals, or early changes in organ function. These insights guide supportive care and monitoring, allowing families to take proactive steps in protecting their companion’s comfort and well-being through every stage of life.
When a pet faces concerns related to bleeding or clotting, answers are essential. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, clotting factor diagnostics allow us to investigate blood function and identify potential challenges. These evaluations are especially important before surgery or in cases of unexplained bleeding, providing families with reassurance that their companion’s health is being considered with care and diligence.
Ear discomfort can leave pets restless and families concerned. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, microscopic evaluation of ear samples helps identify mites, yeast, or bacteria that may be causing pain. By understanding the source of irritation, we can guide treatments that bring relief, helping your pet return to a life of comfort, free from constant scratching or headshaking.
Digestive health is central to your pet’s well-being. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, fecal testing allows us to check for parasites that may go unnoticed but affect comfort and energy. This simple test provides valuable insights and helps protect not only your pet but also your household. Families often feel reassured knowing their companion is being cared for inside and out.
Some conditions require quick answers for timely care. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, snap testing helps detect infections such as parvovirus in dogs, FELV/FIV in cats, or pancreatitis in both species. These in-clinic tests provide valuable information during urgent situations, helping families and pets move forward with guidance, support, and a clearer understanding of what their companion is facing.
Heart health deserves careful attention, especially when concerns arise. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, we work with specialists to provide echocardiograms that look closely at your pet’s heart function. This non-invasive procedure offers vital information about rhythm, valves, and circulation, guiding care decisions. Families can take comfort in knowing their pet’s heart is being evaluated with precision and compassion.
Vaccination plays a key role in protection, but sometimes testing is needed to see what immunity remains. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, titer testing measures antibodies in your pet’s system. This helps families understand their companion’s level of protection, guiding thoughtful decisions about future care while avoiding unnecessary procedures. It is one more way we personalize health support for pets.
Parasites can silently impact a pet’s comfort and health. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, parasitology testing allows us to detect and address these hidden concerns. From intestinal worms to external parasites, this evaluation provides clarity and direction for treatment. Families often find relief in knowing the source of a problem has been identified and their pet can find greater comfort again.
When a lump or swelling appears, families naturally worry. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, fine needle aspiration cytology offers a minimally invasive way to gather information. By examining cells under a microscope, we gain insight that guides the next steps in care. This procedure helps bring clarity in uncertain moments, always supported by our team’s compassionate approach.
Convenience and access to advanced diagnostics can make a meaningful difference. At PoCo West Animal Hospital, we provide mobile echocardiography and abdominal ultrasound services with specialists. These tools allow for detailed imaging of the heart and internal organs, guiding care without the need for distant travel. Families value the comfort of receiving such attentive evaluations in a familiar setting.
