Cardiology
Comprehensive Heart Care for Pets in Savannah and the Southeast
At Live Oak Veterinary Specialists, our veterinary cardiology department specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart and circulatory system. Our goal is to help pets live longer, more comfortable lives through early detection, advanced imaging, and individualized treatment plans.
Our board-certified cardiologists work closely with primary care veterinarians to evaluate heart murmurs, arrhythmias, and other cardiac concerns using state-of-the-art technology and compassionate care.
What Cardiology Covers
Veterinary cardiology focuses on conditions that affect the heart, lungs, and vascular system, including:
Heart murmurs and congenital defects
Congestive heart failure (CHF)
Hypertension
Valvular disease
Cardiomyopathy
Arrhythmias and conduction abnormalities
Cardiology Services & Procedures
Our hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools and imaging technologies to detect, stage, and manage heart disease at every level.
Diagnostic Services
- Echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart)
- Electrocardiogram (ECG / EKG)
- Thoracic radiographs (chest X-rays)
- Blood pressure measurement and monitoring
- Holter and event monitoring for arrhythmias
Interventional & Medical Treatments
- Management of congestive heart failure
- Blood pressure and rhythm control therapy
- Pericardiocentesis (fluid drainage)
- Nutritional and exercise recommendations for cardiac patients
