Soins spécialisés

Medical Imaging

This service is offered exclusively to all our referring veterinarians. You can submit your reference request via our Vet Connexion portal.

Why does my pet need to be seen in medical imaging?

Your pet should be seen by a medical imaging specialist in case of:

  • MRI
    • Neurological problems
    • Loss of sensation in the hind limbs
    • Epileptiform seizures
  • CT-Scan
    • Complex fractures
    • Arthritis problems
    • Ligament problems
    • Detection of metastases
    • Neurological problems
  • Ultrasound
    • Digestive problems
    • Masses
    • Foreign bodies
    • Urinary problems
    • Detection of metastases

Medical imaging makes it possible to better target your pet's care while trying to determine the origin of their symptoms.

Alternative Medicine

Why consult in alternative medicine?

Complementary therapies can be used in conjunction with conventional medicine to enhance the treatment of difficult cases.

Osteopathy can be beneficial for treating certain apparent symptoms such as lameness of all kinds, digestive disorders, chronic cough, etc. Highly athletic animals are also good candidates for regular  osteopathy monitoring.

Acupuncture is used to treat several metabolic, nervous or locomotor disorders. It stimulates the nervous, blood, lymphatic and immune systems.

Ophthalmology

Why consult in ophthalmology?

Your pet should be seen by one of our ophthalmology specialists if they present:

  • A change in the appearance of their eye
  • Abnormal redness
  • Abnormal flow
  • Loss or decrease in vision

Neurology

Why consult in neurology?

Your pet should be seen by one of our neurology specialists in case of:

  • Balance disorder
  • Paralysis of the face, jaws, or limb
  • Infections or inflammation
  • Epileptiform seizures
  • Vertebral fractures or tumours
  • Difficulty swallowing, etc.

Internal Medicine

Why consult in internal medicine?

Your pet should be seen by one of our internal medicine specialists in case of:

  • Weight loss, diarrhea, vomiting, regurgitation, difficulty swallowing
  • Urinary disorders
  • Coagulation disorders, bleeding, anemia
  • Weakness, lethargy, despondency
  • Breathing difficulties, coughing, sneezing, runny nose, exercise intolerance, etc.

Dermatology

Why consult in dermatology?

Your pet should be seen by one of our dermatology specialists if they present:

  • Abnormal hair loss
  • Skin lesions
  • Chronic ear problems
  • Allergy symptoms

Cardiology

Why Consult in Cardiology?

Your veterinarian may recommend evaluation by a veterinary cardiologist to investigate the following signs: 

  • Arrhythmia
  • Heart murmur
  • Coughing
  • Rapid breathing at rest
  • Fainting or weakness events
  • Exercise intolerance
  • Abdominal, thoracic or pericardial fluid (effusion)

The purpose of the cardiology consultation is to evaluate the presence and severity of heart Disease, and determine whether the symptoms prompting the consultation are related to heart disease. 

Oncology

Why consult in oncology?

When we suspect cancer, the first step is to establish an accurate diagnosis and determine the extent of the disease. Cancer leads to the death of 50% of dogs and cats over 10 years old.

Our veterinary oncologists are there to guide you through the various possible treatments.

Our priority: ensuring a good quality of life for your pet by minimizing the appearance of side effects.