Diagnostics
There are occasions when a physical examination alone isn't enough to determine why your pet is feeling ill. In these cases, we utilize advanced diagnostic tools to gather detailed information, allowing us to diagnose and treat your pet as quickly and effectively as possible.
Our diagnostic capabilities include:
- Digital radiography (X-ray)
- Complete in-house laboratory testing
- Intestinal parasite screening
- Heartworm, Lyme, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma testing
- FeLV/FIV/Heartworm testing
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Cytology
While we are able to perform a wide range of diagnostics in-house, some specialized testing requires partnership with outside laboratories. We work with trusted reference labs to provide advanced send-out laboratory testing when needed, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to your pet's specific condition.
Specialized Services
We also offer a couple specialized services through trusted partners who bring advanced care directly to our clinic.
Char's Rehabilitation Center
We are proud to partner with Char's Rehabilitation Center to offer advanced pain management and mobility support for your pet.
Dr. Maurer visits our clinic twice monthly to provide specialized services including rehabilitation therapy, acupuncture, and medical manipulation. These treatments can be incredibly beneficial for pets experiencing pain, recovering from surgery, or managing chronic conditions such as arthritis.
For added convenience, Dr. Maurer also offers house call appointments through her practice. We are excited to collaborate with her and help bring these valuable services to our patients, improving their comfort, mobility, and overall quality of life.
About Dr. Nicole Maurer
Dr. Maurer is a veterinarian and certified companion animal therapist. She became certified in animal rehabilitation because of Charli, her soul dog. Charli was diagnosed with a cranial cruciate ligament rupture and due to bilateral elbow dysplasia and osteoarthritis, spondylosis deformans, and bilateral hock osteoarthritis, Charli was not an ideal candidate for surgical correction. Dr. Maurer had pursued multimodal therapy for Charli to decrease her pain, improve her mobility, and increase her quality of life and became extremely passionate for animal rehabilitation therapy. Charli loved her rehab sessions; rehab was never work, always play. Unfortunately Charli crossed over to the rainbow bridge and because of rehabilitation, Charli got to live every day pain free and to her fullest. Everyday was her best day. Out of the sadness of losing Charli, Dr. Maurer decided to open Char's Rehabilitation Center (ChRC) to bring rehab therapies to all pets, and to make sure every pet gets to live their best day, every day.
Dr. Maurer continued her certifications expanding the services that ChRC has to offer with veterinary acupuncture and medical manipulation. Dr. Maurer believes in an integrative approach and multi-modal treatments for all pets.
Certifications:
- Certified Canine Animal Therapist, NorthEast Seminars, North Carolina University, College of Veterinary Medicine, 2023
- Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, Chi University, 2024
- Certified Veterinary Medical Manipulation Practitioner, Chi University, 2025
SVS Mobile Imaging
We are pleased to partner with SVS Mobile Imaging to provide advanced diagnostic imaging right here in our clinic.
With advance scheduling, Chaley brings mobile ultrasound services directly to us, allowing for convenient, high-quality imaging without the need for referral or travel. Services include abdominal ultrasounds, echocardiograms (cardiac ultrasounds), and ultrasound-guided fine needle aspirates (FNA) for further diagnostic testing.
These tools allow us to evaluate internal organs, assess heart function, and obtain samples for interpretation, all in a comfortable, familiar setting for your pet. By working with SVS Mobile Imaging, we're able to offer more comprehensive care while minimizing stress for both you and your pet.
About Chaley Hunt, LVT, Clinical Sonographer
Chaley is a licensed veterinary technician with over 20 years of experience in small animal practice. She earned her Veterinary Technology degree in Washington State and has become a valued part of the Michigan veterinary community.
She has extensive experience in anesthesia, dental procedures, imaging, and client education, and holds certifications in abdominal ultrasound (Sonopath), Fear-Free, and Cat-Friendly practices.
Accurate, Timely Results
No matter what services are recommended, you can be confident that both our in-house and send-out diagnostics are performed with accuracy and efficiency, helping us deliver timely answers and the best possible treatment for your pet.