ECG

ECG For Your Pet | Samford Valley Veterinary Hospital

The heart is an electrical pump, and sometimes the wiring needs a check-up. An ECG (Electrocardiogram) allows Samford Valley Veterinary Hospital to record the electrical rhythm of your pet’s heart, helping us detect irregular heartbeats, diagnose fainting episodes, and ensure safety during anesthesia.

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ECG FAQs

Just a few common questions about ECG. If there is something else you need to know just ask in the Contact Us form below!

  • Does my pet need sedation?

    No – almost never. Calm handling is enough.

  • Can stress affect results?

    Yes—rate and rhythm can change. We allow pets to settle and interpret in context

  • Will ECG diagnose heart failure?

    It detects rhythm/conduction problems. Structural disease and heart failure assessment generally need chest X-rays and/or an echocardiogram.

  • How long does it take?

    Usually 5–10 minutes; longer if multiple leads/runs are required.

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