Heart Check Before Spaying or Neutering

Spaying and neutering is a common surgical procedure, but it still requires anesthesia. If a pet has an underlying health condition—especially heart disease—anesthesia can carry higher risks. Some heart conditions, particularly in certain dog and cat breeds, may not show obvious symptoms without proper screening.

That is why a heart health check before surgery is an important step in ensuring your pet’s safety.

Why Is a Heart Check Important?

• Detect hidden heart disease Pets may appear healthy but still have underlying heart conditions without visible symptoms.

• Safer anesthesia planning If abnormalities are found, veterinarians can adjust anesthesia protocols and medications to suit your pet’s condition.

• Reduced surgical risk Heart screening helps confirm that your pet is physically ready for surgery, minimizing potential complications.

• Long-term health care Early detection allows for timely monitoring and treatment, supporting better long-term heart health.

Common Heart Examinations for Pets

• Physical examination and heart auscultation to detect abnormal heart sounds or murmurs

• Chest X-rays to evaluate heart size, shape, and lung condition

• Echocardiography (heart ultrasound) to assess heart valves, heart muscle function, and blood flow

• Electrocardiogram (ECG) to identify abnormal heart rhythms

Heart Screening at Hato Pet Wellness Center

At Hato, our veterinary team provides comprehensive pre-surgical health assessments, including heart evaluations, before spaying or neutering. Every pet is carefully assessed to ensure the highest level of safety at every step of the procedure.

A heart check before surgery is not something to overlook. It helps reduce risks, improves surgical safety, and gives pet owners peace of mind—knowing their beloved pets are receiving the best possible care from the very beginning.

📍 Contact Hato Pet Wellness Center for consultation and pre-surgical health screening.

Because safety always comes first