Abdominal Ultrasound
for Dogs and Cats in Missouri
Mobile Imaging Services for Veterinary Clinics by Pet Ultrasound Partners
Complete and Limited Abdominal Ultrasounds Now Available!
We are now offering Complete and Limited Abdominal Ultrasounds. The Limited Abdominal ultrasounds focus on specific areas of concern, such as: Kidneys/Bladder, organ mass evaluation, etc., while a Complete Abdominal ultrasound will cover all major organs in the abdominal cavity. If you have any questions regarding which Abdominal ultrasound is the best for your patients, give us a call or send us an email to discuss your case.
For additional information, please call or text (417) 622-1700, or send us an email at: [email protected]
Abdominal Ultrasound
Abdominal Ultrasound
for Dogs and Cats
Mobile Imaging Services for Veterinary Clinics
Advanced diagnostic imaging doesn’t have to involve outside referrals or pet parents traveling long distances to specialty hospitals. With Pet Ultrasound Partners, veterinary clinics throughout the Four State area can provide high-quality abdominal ultrasound services for dogs and cats right in their own clinic, offering pet parents a more convenient, accessible, and cost-effective diagnostic option.
The Diagnostic Value of Abdominal Ultrasound
Abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive and highly effective way to evaluate the internal structures of a pet body. It’s commonly used to assess patients with non-specific symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, or abnormal lab work—and can often provide answers that physical exams and radiographs cannot.
Organ Systems Evaluated:
Liver and gallbladder
Kidneys and adrenal glands
Spleen and lymph nodes
Gastrointestinal tract (stomach, intestines, colon)
Urinary tract including prostate in male dogs
Abdominal blood vessels and mesentery
These systems are scanned thoroughly to look for changes in structure, signs of disease, abnormal fluid, or masses.
Conditions Often Identified:
Tumors or abnormal growths
Liver or Gallbladder disease
Urinary tract problems
Degenerative changes of chronic kidney disease
Abdominal effusions
Gastrointestinal obstruction or inflammation
Enlarged lymph nodes within the abdominal cavity
With imaging performed directly in the clinic, veterinarians can make faster decisions and offer more proactive treatment.
Preparing Pets for Abdominal Ultrasound
At Pet Ultrasound Partners, proper preparation is key to delivering accurate and high-quality imaging results. Dogs and cats scheduled for an abdominal ultrasound should be fasted for 12 hours beforehand to minimize gastrointestinal gas and improve organ visibility. The abdominal area is usually shaved to allow direct probe-to-skin contact, which is important for clear imaging. Water can still be offered up until the appointment.
Though many pets can remain awake during the scan, light sedation is strongly recommended. It reduces stress, limits movement, and improves both safety and image clarity—especially for nervous or uncomfortable patients. Sedation is administered by the attending veterinarian prior to the scan, and our Pet Ultrasound Partners team will wait until the patient is ready.
These preparation steps ensure a smoother, safer procedure and allow our team to provide the most accurate diagnostic support to your clinic.
How It Works: The Mobile Process
Bringing ultrasound services directly into your veterinary clinic is straightforward and efficient.
Step 1: Schedule the Appointment
Making an appointment is easy. Call or text (417) 622-1700, or send an email to: [email protected].
Step 2: Submit the Case Form
Before the ultrasound exam, completing the case submission form is essential, as it provides the reading specialist with the patient’s history, current treatments, and previous diagnostics, while allowing veterinarians to note any specific concerns or questions for review.
Step 3: Prepare the Patient
Ensure the patient is dropped off at your facility and has not eaten for 8-12 hours. Depending on the patient, the ordering veterinarian will provide light sedation as needed. Your team will assist in holding the pet during the exam, and monitoring the patient when sedation is used.
Step 4: Scan Day
Ultrasounds typically take approximately 30 minutes per patient. One staff member will be needed to help gently restrain the pet during the procedure. All ultrasound images and case history will be sent to the reading veterinary specialist for interpretation.
Fast Results and Clear Communication
With Pet Ultrasound Partners, veterinary clinics receive fast, diagnostic reports after every scan. Images and case notes are immediately transmitted to a veterinary board-certified specialist, ensuring timely review. A detailed report—including findings, clinical impressions, and treatment recommendations—is delivered within 24 hours, enabling your team to move forward with confidence.
For urgent situations, STAT reports are available within 4-6 hours for an added fee. Reports are sent securely via email or digital platform, helping your clinic maintain continuity of care without delay.
Billing and Payment
Pet Ultrasound Partners offers clear, clinic-friendly billing with a standardized fee per ultrasound and a single travel fee per visit, making budgeting predictable and hassle-free. Invoices are emailed directly to your clinic after each appointment—there’s no need to collect client payments. All payments are handled securely online, with credit card or ACH options available. This simple, streamlined process reduces administrative work so your team can focus on patient care.
Why Clinics Trust Our Mobile Imaging Service
Veterinary teams in throughout the Four State area rely on Pet Ultrasound Partners for mobile imaging services that are efficient, accurate, and easy to integrate into everyday practice. Here’s why clinics choose us:
Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of what you can expect:
No External Referrals Needed
Keep diagnostics in-house and maintain full control of patient care
Timely, Accurate Reports
Receive board-certified interpretations within approximately 24 hours (STAT available)
On-Site Convenience
Scans are performed at your clinic, minimizing stress and travel for your patients and pet parents.
Veterinary Specialist Support
Every ultrasound exam is interpreted by a board-certified veterinary specialist. Abdominal ultrasounds are primarily read by internal medicine specialists, while echocardiograms are always read by a cardiologist.
Expanded Diagnostic Services
Abdominal ultrasound, echocardiograms, and ECGs available in one visit
Support For General Practice Teams
Access to board-certified veterinary specialists provides added confidence when managing complex or challenging cases.
Pet Ultrasound Partners helps you offer a higher standard of care—without the overhead or stress of managing diagnostics on your own.
Service Area
Pet Ultrasound Partners provides mobile ultrasound services to veterinary clinics in SW Missouri, NW Arkansas, NE Oklahoma, and SE Kansas. We travel directly to your clinic, whether you’re in a city or rural location, offering on-site abdominal ultrasound, echocardiogram, and ECG services.
Current areas served include:
Joplin
Carthage
Neosho
Galena, KS
Baxter Springs, KS
Other surrounding communities
Fayetteville
Bentonville
Siloam Springs
Tulsa
Owasso
If your clinic is outside this list, feel free to contact us—we’re happy to confirm availability or discuss upcoming routes near your area.
Clear Picture, Healthy Pet
Book Your Pet's Abdominal Ultrasound Today!
Offering advanced imaging to your patients has never been easier with Pet Ultrasound Partners. To schedule a mobile ultrasound visit, simply call or text
(417) 622-1700.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abdominal Ultrasound
What does an abdominal ultrasound evaluate?
This scan visualizes organs such as the liver, spleen, kidneys, GI tract, bladder, and more. It helps detect disease, masses, inflammation, or fluid buildup.