ASHER is a domestic short hair, three year old cat. It's human owner is Charlene, a Licensed Veterinary. Asher likes playing air guitar, wrestling with the dogs, talking and cuddling with mom.
Asher must have regular electrocardiograms (ECG). This test is important to monitor his heart murmur. The test makes a graph of the electrical activity of his heart so the doctors can detect any changes. His murmur is not at a stage where he needs regular medications. He is still very active and sweet.
When any irregular heart rhythm is detected on clinical examination, an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) should be performed. The small electrical impulses normally generated by the heart are amplified 3,000 or more times and recorded by the ECG machine. An ECG can detect minor disturbances in the heart beat or rhythm and allow your veterinarian to diagnose many types of heart disease.
An ECG is a simple test to perform. Your pet is usually placed in a standing or lying position and electrodes are attached to the elbows and knees. A jelly or liquid is applied to improve electrical conduction between the dog and the electrodes. The ECG machine merely records the electrical impulses from the cat (or dog) and there are no unpleasant sensations nor is there any danger to the pet.
Often an ECG examination is combined with chest radiographs (x-rays). ECG analysis is a safe, simple test that provides your veterinarian with valuable information about your pet’s health.
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