ECG
ECG For Your Pet | Warrnambool Veterinary Clinic - Port Fairy
The heart is an electrical pump, and sometimes the wiring needs a check-up. An ECG (Electrocardiogram) allows Warrnambool Veterinary Clinic - Port Fairy 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.