On-site Veterinary Laboratory Services in Newfoundland

When your pet is suddenly sick, timely diagnostic testing can help the veterinarian understand what is wrong and determine the appropriate treatment. Our in-house lab allows us to perform many common pet blood tests, urine tests, and other diagnostic procedures during your visit, without waiting days for results.

When Might Your Pet Need Laboratory Testing?

A veterinarian may recommend bloodwork or another laboratory test if your pet is experiencing:

• Repeated vomiting or diarrhea
• Loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss
• Sudden weakness, collapse, or extreme tiredness
• Increased thirst or urination
• Difficulty urinating or blood in the urine
• Pale or yellow gums
• Suspected poisoning or medication ingestion
• Fever or signs of infection
• Unexplained bruising or bleeding
• Skin, ear, or gastrointestinal problems

On-Site Pet Blood Tests

Bloodwork provides important information about your pet’s general health and may help identify the cause of sudden or concerning symptoms.

Our on-site veterinary laboratory can perform blood tests that help evaluate:

• Red and white blood cell levels
• Anemia, inflammation, and possible infection
• Kidney and liver function
• Blood glucose levels
• Electrolyte imbalances
• Hydration status
• Platelet levels and clotting concerns

Because many blood test results are available during the same visit, our veterinarian can review the findings and discuss the recommended next steps with you promptly.

Urinalysis for Dogs and Cats

A urinalysis examines your pet’s urine and provides information about the urinary system, hydration, and certain metabolic conditions.

A veterinarian may recommend a urine test to investigate:

• Frequent or painful urination
• Straining to urinate
• Blood in the urine
• Urinary accidents
• Increased thirst and urination
• Suspected urinary tract infections
• Kidney or bladder concerns
• Diabetes and other metabolic conditions

Straining to urinate while producing little or no urine can indicate a dangerous urinary blockage, particularly in male cats. Contact a veterinary team immediately if you notice these symptoms.

Additional On-Site Diagnostic Tests

Depending on your pet’s symptoms, our urgent care veterinarian may recommend additional laboratory testing, such as:

• Skin scrapings to investigate certain causes of itching, irritation, or hair loss
• Cytology to examine samples from the ears, skin, wounds, fluids, or masses
• Parvovirus testing for dogs with symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, or loss of appetite
• Fecal testing to check for intestinal parasites and other gastrointestinal concerns

The veterinarian will explain which tests are recommended, what they evaluate, and how the results may affect your pet’s treatment plan.

Timely Results for Immediate Help

Because all testing is completed on-site, you won’t wait days for answers. Rapid diagnostics allow us to create personalized treatment plans and begin therapy during the same visit, helping your pet feel better, faster.