Digital Radiography & Ultrasound for Exotic Pets


At Tree of Life Exotic Pet Medical Center, we use advanced imaging tools—digital radiography (X-rays)and ultrasound—to see what’s happening inside your pet’s body without the need for invasive procedures. These technologies give us a clearer picture of your pet’s health, helping us diagnose problems quickly and accurately.


Why Imaging Is So Important for Exotic Pets

Exotic animals often hide symptoms until illness is advanced, and their anatomy can make physical exams challenging. Imaging allows us to:

  • Look Beneath the Surface– Identify issues not visible during a physical examination.

  • Diagnose Quickly– Get answers in minutes, leading to faster treatment.

  • Guide Treatment– Pinpoint the exact location and severity of a problem to create a precise treatment plan.


Digital Radiography (X-Rays)

Our state-of-the-art digital X-ray system produces high-resolution images within seconds.

  • Detects fractures, bone deformities, arthritis, and metabolic bone disease.

  • Reveals abnormalities in the lungs, heart, liver, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract.

  • Safe for small and delicate species with minimal exposure times.

  • Digital images can be easily enlarged for detailed evaluation or shared with specialists if needed.


Ultrasound Imaging

Ultrasound uses sound waves to create real-time images of your pet’s internal organs.

  • Evaluates soft tissues like the liver, kidneys, reproductive organs, and gastrointestinal tract.

  • Detects fluid accumulation, tumors, cysts, or organ inflammation.

  • Allows dynamic viewing of organ movement and blood flow.

  • Gentle and non-invasive—well-tolerated by most exotic pets.


Point-of-Care Benefits

Having these imaging tools on-site means we can:

  • Provide immediate results in urgent cases.

  • Reduce stress by limiting the number of visits your pet needs.

  • Combine imaging with other in-house diagnostics for a complete same-day health assessment.


A Team Experienced With Exotic Anatomy

Our veterinarians are trained to interpret imaging for a wide variety of species, including birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, and fish. This ensures we can accurately diagnose conditions unique to exotic pets.


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