Diagnostics

Cat & Dog Imaging

A physical exam may tell us that your pet is sick, but may not be able to tell us exactly what is ailing them. We also cannot obtain a comprehensive health profile without going more in depth. With our cutting-edge cat and dog imaging, diagnostics and veterinary experts, we can examine your pet internally using minimally-invasive technology*. Furthermore, this technology gives us faster, more accurate results that we can interpret to find the best diagnosis and therefore the best treatment.

For healthy pets, our diagnostics help us set a baseline for their overall health, which we can use as a benchmark for future health evaluations. These tools give us the opportunity to conduct a much more thorough exam and catch problems that might otherwise go undetected.

*Must have an existing client/patient relationship with Dundee Animal Hospital; cannot be a new client referral.

Our Diagnostic Tools

To fully assess your pet's health status and find potential problems, we can utilize:

  • Digital X-ray: More efficient than traditional X-ray, our digital X-ray equipment also produces clearer images that we can send to outside radiology specialists if necessary.
  • Ultrasound: A non-invasive imaging technique that uses sound wave echoes to create a real-time image of the abdominal cavity.
  • Laboratory: testing We can use our in-house lab equipment to run standard tests to measure blood values and check for abnormalities. Additionally, we can also send samples to outside testing facilities for more complex cases.

What Can We Detect?

A wide range of health issues, from minor to major, can be detected with our diagnostics capabilities. We can measure blood cell count and electrolytes using our lab equipment, and identify problems such as heartworm disease and tapeworm. With cat & dog X-ray, we can find bone fractures, intestinal blockages, tumors, heart and lung problems, and indications of hip dysplasia and arthritis.

Ultrasound is most effective for studying the shape, size and texture of the internal organs in the abdominal cavity. Furthermore, it can help us detect pregnancies, cysts, tumors, bladder stones, and fluid in the abdomen. Your veterinarian may recommend an electrocardiogram if your pet has an abnormal heartbeat.

Accuracy, timeliness and quality treatment are our highest priorities when conducting diagnostic exams. Only after examining your pet will your veterinarian be able to decide whether diagnostics will be necessary.

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Why People Trust Dundee Animal Hospital

For over 60 years, Dundee Animal Hospital has built a strong legacy of veterinary excellence, with each generation of staff passing down invaluable knowledge and experience. Today, that legacy empowers our skilled doctors and dedicated support team to deliver outstanding care for a wide variety of pets—including dogs, cats, birds, pocket pets, and exotic animals.

With a commitment to innovation and compassion, our hospitals in Dundee, Elgin, and Algonquin, IL, continue to raise the standard of care for both pets and their owners. We offer high-quality veterinary medicine, helpful educational resources, and exclusive promotions for our clients.

We invite you to learn more about us—and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to call us at (847) 278-9942.

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Ashley Dye-Heer
1 day ago
Dundee animal hospital has been by far the best experience I’ve had at any vet. Dr Kelly Moderhack has gone above and beyond what ever seen veterinarian do. She has been kind, compassionate, extremely understanding of my financial situation and still provides the best care and comfort to my puppy. I must have called a few dozen times for advice on how to properly care for my puppy’s condition and pain and she always met me with grace patience and understanding. I would recommend this hospital and veterinarian to anyone and I will now entrust them with my four other beloved dachshunds. Thanks to them my puppy was properly diagnosed and treated with understanding to my financial limitations and working with me on my pay days and scheduling with appointments and medications. Thank you to all the staff including the front desk you had alway smiled and made us feel seen and heard and setting our worries and fears at ease. May God bless all of you for the work you do.
K
5 days ago
We have gone here a few times for emergency visits. I have sincerely appreciated their advice and that they don't seem to do tests or other procedures just for the money. They openly communicate with you about the situation, and advice about options.
christine langenbach
2 weeks ago
We love Dr Lathrop as she is one of the kindest and caring of all vets we have gone in the past with our previous fur babies. Thanks to the great staff at Dundee Animal Hospital in Elgin Illinois.
Celia Kallenborn
2 weeks ago
Kind, patient, thorough. Thank you for taking care of Canelo, he’s doing much better now. ❤️
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Elgin

  • Hours

Mon: 8am – 6pm
Tue – Wed: 8am – 7pm
Thurs: Closed
Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat: 8am – 4:30pm
Sun: Closed

  • Location

11N250 N, Gale St.
Elgin, IL 60123

  • Phone

847-888-3933

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Dundee

  • Hours

M, W, F: 8am – 6pm
Tue & Thu: 8am – 7pm
Sat: 8am – 4:30pm

Emergency Care Available 24/7

  • Location

199 Penny Ave.
East Dundee, IL 60118

  • Phone

847-428-6114

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Algonquin

  • Hours

Mon: 8am – 6pm
Tue – Wed: 8am – 7pm
Thurs: Closed
Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat: 8am – 4:30pm
Sun: Closed

  • Location

2565 W. Algonquin Rd.
Algonquin, IL 60102

  • Phone

847-658-7787

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