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At Lowell Animal Hospital, we use electrocardiograms (ECG or EKG) to monitor the electrical activity of your pet’s heart. This painless, non-invasive diagnostic test allows our veterinary team to detect heart abnormalities such as arrhythmias, abnormal conduction, or structural heart defects in both dogs and cats. If your pet has signs of heart issues—like fainting, weakness, coughing, or irregular heartbeats—an ECG is a vital step toward accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
An electrocardiogram captures the electrical signals generated by the heart’s natural pacemaker. These signals are recorded and analyzed to determine whether your pet’s heart is functioning normally or showing signs of abnormality.
Your veterinarian may recommend an ECG if your pet is showing signs of cardiac concerns such as fatigue, coughing, breathing issues, or fainting. It’s also commonly used before surgery or as part of a cardiac health screening in senior pets. This quick and painless test gives our team valuable insights into your pet’s heart function—helping us detect potential problems early and act fast.
During an ECG, small electrodes are placed on your pet’s limbs or chest to record the electrical signals of the heart. The procedure typically takes just a few minutes, is non-invasive, and requires no sedation—allowing us to assess your pet’s heart health with minimal stress.
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