Pet X-Rays in Holly Springs, NC, From Your Local Vet

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Holly Springs is a vet in Holly Springs, NC, that takes digital x-rays of dogs and cats in the clinic, usually during the same visit as the exam. An x-ray (a picture made with a small dose of radiation) shows bones, joints, the chest and the belly, plus many things a pet should not have eaten.

You don't need a referral or a separate imaging center. The vet examines your pet first, decides whether x-rays will help, and shows you the images on screen.

Call (919) 591-0887 or book online. Walk-ins are welcome.

When does a dog or cat need an x-ray?

The vet at Petfolk Holly Springs usually suggests x-rays when the exam alone can't explain a problem. Common reasons include:

• A limp that doesn't improve, or pain when a leg is touched.

• A cough, fast breathing or noisy breathing.

• Vomiting after chewing a toy, sock, bone or corn cob.

• A swollen or painful belly.

• Checking the heart size in an older pet.

• A fall or a hard knock during play.

• Following up on a known problem, such as arthritis or a healing fracture.

What happens during an x-ray at Petfolk Holly Springs?

At Petfolk Holly Springs, an x-ray takes a few minutes once your pet is in position. Here is how it usually goes:

1. The vet examines your pet and explains why x-rays could help.

2. You get an estimate and decide whether to go ahead.

3. The team gently positions your pet on the table, often on their side and then on their back.

4. The digital images appear on a screen within moments.

5. The vet walks you through what the images show and what comes next.

Most pets stay awake. A pet who is in pain or too wound up to hold still may need a light sedative, and the vet will talk with you before giving one. Fear Free handling is standard at every Petfolk clinic, so the team uses soft padding, treats and short breaks.

X-rays were done quickly and clearly explained, and the follow-up appointment was easy to arrange.

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Is an x-ray safe for my pet?

Yes. A digital x-ray uses a very small dose of radiation, and your pet is only exposed for a fraction of a second per image. The team wears protective gear because they take many x-rays each week. Your pet's single visit carries very little risk.

Busy Holly Springs dogs and sore legs

Many Holly Springs dogs run hard. Sugg Farm's off-leash yards, the Carl Dean Greenway and the trails at Crowder District Park see plenty of fetch and zoomies, and a sudden stop can strain a knee or wrist. If your dog comes home limping and still favors the leg after a day of rest, an exam and x-rays can show whether it's a sprain, a joint problem or a fracture.

Swallowed objects are the other common reason. Puppies chew everything, and an x-ray can show many objects stuck in the stomach or gut, though some soft items, like fabric, don't show up well. When that happens, the vet may suggest an ultrasound or a second set of images later.

What does a pet x-ray cost?

X-rays at Petfolk Holly Springs follow an exam. A sick or urgent exam starts at $135. The cost of x-rays depends on how many views your pet needs, so the team will give you the price first. You'll get an estimate before any test or treatment. The final bill can differ if the plan changes during the visit.

Learn more about pet ultrasound in Holly Springs and pet diagnostic imaging in Holly Springs.

When x-rays can't wait

If your pet was hit by a car, can't stand, is struggling to breathe or keeps retching with a swollen belly, go straight to a 24-hour emergency hospital. For other injuries, Petfolk Holly Springs offers same-day visits.

Find the clinic

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Holly Springs is at 105 Village Walk Dr, Holly Springs, NC 27540, with free parking and quick access from NC 55. Call (919) 591-0887, book online or walk in.

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