Electrocardiography is the measurement of electrical activity in the heart. This technique enables us to to accurately measure the heart rhythm thereby diagnosing dysrythmias (palpitations) enabling the appropriate medication to be prescribed.

In addition it is used to screen hearts for a condition known as cardiomyopathy which is a heart muscle problem common in larger breeds of dog such as Labradors, Retrievers, German Shepherds and Great Danes.

The procedure normally takes about 20 minutes and we prefer not to give sedatives to these patients.

Blood Pressure Monitoring

This is a useful and simple technique carried out in a similar way to the way we have our blood pressure measured. Blood pressure is a useful indicator of early heart and kidney disease as well as thyroid problems in cats We recommend yearly blood pressure Measurement in breeds that are predisposed to the above conditions.