Veterinary Ultrasound & Radiology Services

Yes, both digital X-rays and ultrasounds are safe and do not require surgery. While ultrasounds only use sound waves, digital X-rays use very little radiation, ensuring that your pet is not exposed to any radiation during the procedure.

Most pets don’t need to be sedated for X-rays or ultrasounds. If your pet is nervous, in pain, or can’t stay still, gentle sedation may be suggested to ensure the images are clear and your pet is comfortable during the procedure.

How long a pet X-ray or radiology appointment takes depends on the complexity of the case. A typical X-ray or radiology appointment at our clinic lasts between 20 and 45 minutes. You won’t have to wait long for the report, as we use digital scanning technology, which provides results the same day.

X-rays and ultrasounds are important diagnostic tools used in the radiology department. They help diagnose a wide range of health conditions in dogs and cats. 

X-rays are ideal for detecting foreign objects, fractures, arthritis, tumors, bladder stones, dental disease, and chest or lung problems. 

Ultrasounds are used to examine soft tissues and internal organs. They help identify liver or kidney disease, abdominal masses, fluid buildup, heart conditions, and pregnancy.

At Vienna Vet, we often use both imaging methods to get an accurate diagnosis and create an effective treatment plan.

You usually don’t need to take any special precautions to prepare for X-rays. You might have to fast before some ultrasounds. When you schedule an appointment, our team will provide you with detailed instructions to ensure your pet receives the best possible imaging results.

The cost of a pet X-ray in Dubai depends on the number of views required, whether sedation is needed and even the location of the veterinary radiology clinic. At Vienna Vet, all radiographs are performed using digital X-ray technology for faster, clearer results, and every image is interpreted by a qualified veterinarian to ensure accurate diagnosis.

Ultrasounds and veterinary X-rays serve different diagnostic purposes. One isn’t necessarily “better” than the other. X-rays provide detailed images of bones, lungs, and dense structures, while ultrasound shows soft tissue organs such as the liver, kidneys, and heart in real time. At Vienna Vet, our veterinarians often use both imaging methods together for a more complete and accurate diagnosis.

A veterinary ultrasound can help diagnose health problems by using sound waves to create live images of your pet’s internal organs without radiation. It helps detect tumours, cysts, inflammation, fluid buildup, and organ abnormalities, and can also guide fine-needle biopsies for more precise diagnosis. Vienna Vet’s advanced ultrasound technology provides quick, non-invasive insights into your pet’s health condition.

Pregnancy in dogs and cats can be confirmed by ultrasound as early as 25 to 35 days after mating. The scan allows veterinarians to confirm pregnancy, estimate litter size, and monitor fetal development safely and accurately. Vienna Vet offers gentle, stress-free pregnancy scans performed by experienced veterinarians.

Yes, pet ultrasounds usually require shaving a small area of fur over the abdomen or chest. This allows the ultrasound probe to make proper contact with the skin, resulting in a clear image. At Vienna Vet, we use minimal shaving and gentle handling to keep your pet comfortable throughout the process.

No. X-rays and ultrasounds are safe, non-invasive diagnostic tools. X-rays use a very low dose of radiation that poses no risk when performed occasionally, and ultrasounds use harmless sound waves. Pets may feel slightly drowsy if sedation is used, but they recover quickly under veterinary supervision at Vienna Vet.