Pet Imaging
Payneham Veterinary Centre provides advanced pet imaging services for dogs, cats, and rabbits across Adelaide, SA. Our modern diagnostic tools—including animal X-rays and vet ultrasound—allow us to assess your pet’s internal health quickly and safely.
What Is Pet Imaging?
Pet imaging refers to the use of diagnostic tools such as X-rays and ultrasound to evaluate your pet’s bones, organs, and soft tissues. These technologies help us assess injuries, detect disease, and monitor conditions that cannot be fully understood through a physical exam alone.
Imaging is recommended for pets experiencing pain, mobility issues, breathing changes, abdominal discomfort, or unexplained symptoms. At Payneham Veterinary Centre, we tailor each imaging assessment to your pet’s needs to ensure clear results and comfortable handling.
What to Expect During an Imaging Appointment
Your pet’s imaging visit begins with a clinical assessment from your veterinarian, who will explain the recommended diagnostic approach and answer any questions you may have.
Our veterinary radiology services include:
Pet X-Rays
Digital X-rays provide clear, detailed images of bones, joints, and internal structures. They are often used to diagnose fractures, arthritis, heart enlargement, swallowed objects, and abnormalities in the chest or abdomen.
Dog Ultrasound & Cat Ultrasound
We perform both dog ultrasound and cat ultrasound to assess the abdomen, soft tissues, bladder, liver, kidneys, and more. Ultrasound is a gentle, non-invasive tool that offers valuable insight into internal organs without sedation in most cases.
Vet Ultrasound for Special Cases
For more complex assessments, our veterinarians use vet ultrasound to guide fine-needle aspirates, evaluate pregnancies, or investigate unexplained symptoms.
During the appointment, your pet is handled with care to reduce stress, and sedation is only used when necessary, such as when stillness is required for a clear image. After the procedure, we will walk you through the findings and outline the next steps in diagnosis or treatment.
Why Imaging is Important for Pets
High-quality imaging is essential for accurate veterinary diagnosis. It helps us:
- Identify bone fractures, joint disease, and arthritis
- Detect foreign bodies, tumours, or internal abnormalities
- Assess organ health and function
- Evaluate heart and lung changes
- Monitor chronic conditions
- Support safe surgical planning
Without appropriate imaging, many internal issues remain hidden, delaying treatment or causing symptoms to worsen. Early, accurate diagnosis allows for more targeted care and better outcomes for your pet.
Advanced Diagnostic Expertise You Can Rely On
Our veterinary team has extensive experience interpreting pet imaging results and performing both animal X-rays and ultrasound examinations. At our purpose-built clinic in Evandale, we use modern digital radiography equipment and high-quality vet ultrasound systems to produce clear, reliable diagnostic images. Combined with our gentle handling and comprehensive follow-up care, you can feel confident that your pet’s health is in capable hands.
Supporting Clear, Confident Diagnoses
Diagnostic imaging is an invaluable tool for understanding your pet’s health more deeply and guiding effective veterinary care. Our team is dedicated to providing accurate, thoughtful assessments that support your pet’s wellbeing and give you clarity and reassurance. Pet families across the greater Adelaide region trust our approachable, thorough imaging services to help uncover answers when pets need them most.