Services · Tracy, CA
Pet Ultrasound in Tracy, CA
A closer look at organs that X-rays cannot show in detail.
Diagnostic imaging allows our veterinarians to diagnose illness, disease, and other problems in order to prescribe the proper treatment.
Ultrasound uses sound waves, not radiation, to show the inside of soft-tissue organs in real time. It helps the veterinarian decide on the next step based on what is actually there.
Tracy Veterinary Medical Center is a locally owned hospital for dogs and cats at 2752 Naglee Road, Tracy, CA 95304. Call (209) 447-0395 to ask whether an ultrasound is right for your pet.
What Ultrasound Can Show
Organs in the belly, such as the liver, kidneys, bladder, spleen, stomach, and intestines.
Fluid where there should be none.
Changes inside an organ that an X-ray may not show.
When Your Veterinarian May Recommend an Ultrasound
Vomiting, diarrhea, or weight loss that does not settle.
Bloodwork that shows a change in an organ, such as the liver or kidneys.
Urinary problems, such as blood in the urine or straining.
A swollen belly, or a lump found during the exam.
Something on an X-ray that needs a closer look.
Ultrasound and X-Rays
| X-rays (radiographs) | Ultrasound | |
|---|---|---|
| Shows best | Bones, the chest, and the size and outline of organs | The inside of soft-tissue organs, in real time |
| How it works | A small dose of radiation | Sound waves, no radiation |
Tracy Veterinary Medical Center offers both. The veterinarian may recommend one, the other, or both. See Diagnostics and Radiographs.
Before and After the Ultrasound
Before: when you book, the team will tell you how to prepare your pet.
During: a small patch of fur may be clipped so the probe can touch the skin. It grows back.
After: the veterinarian talks through the results with you. If more care is recommended, you get a written estimate, and you can decline.
Why Choose Tracy Veterinary Medical Center for Ultrasound
X-rays, ultrasound, and lab work are all offered here.
From bloodwork to a closer look: when a wellness panel shows a change in an organ, ultrasound can show the organ itself.
Written estimates: You see the plan, and you can decline.
Locally owned: The founders live in the community.
Call (209) 447-0395 to schedule an ultrasound at 2752 Naglee Road, Tracy, CA 95304.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer ultrasound for dogs and cats in Tracy?
Yes. Tracy Veterinary Medical Center in Tracy, CA offers ultrasound for dogs and cats. Call (209) 447-0395 for the current fee.
What is the difference between an ultrasound and an X-ray?
An X-ray shows bones and the outline of organs. An ultrasound shows the inside of soft-tissue organs in real time, without radiation. Tracy Veterinary Medical Center offers both.
Does an ultrasound hurt?
No. The probe moves over the skin, and most pets handle it well.
How do I prepare my pet?
Call (209) 447-0395 when you book, and the team will give you instructions for your pet.