TRUSTED PET IMAGING
CT SCANS & ULTRASOUND FOR PETS

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If your pet is sick, your veterinarian has recommended imaging, or you just need answers— we’re here to help!
The COVE is a veterinary outpatient imaging center specializing in CT scans, ultrasounds, echocardiograms, and tissue sampling for dogs, cats, and other small animal exotic pets.
You don’t need a referral to book an appointment with us. Call, text, or request an appointment online today.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Scheduling An Appointment
• Appointments must be made in advance and do not accept walk-ins.
• You can schedule an appointment for your pet by calling or filling out the "Schedule an Appointment" form.
• Schedule your appointment today!
Preparing Your Pet
• Withhold food from your pet after 8:00 pm the night before your appointment (unless instructed differently by your veterinarian).
• Allow your pet to drink water
• Give gabapentin/trazodone 1-3 hours before the appointment. (It’s ok to give medication with a small amount of food.)
• Be prepared to advise staff of the last time any food was eaten and when/what medications were given.
Pre-Visit Medicine, Sedation, & Anesthesia
To ensure optimal care, our Board-Certified Anesthesiologist will assess your pet and develop a customized medication plan.
For the safety of our patients and to capture the highest quality images, pets undergoing a CT scan will be moderately sedated. This level of sedation keeps the patient calm, relaxed, and unconscious.
The injectable sedative used is short-acting, and a reversal agent can be administered after the procedure, allowing recovery within 15-20 minutes.
If your pet has breathing difficulties, our team may insert a breathing tube to maintain an open airway and provide oxygen.
In some cases, full anesthesia may be required.
Under general anesthesia, your pet will be connected to an anesthetic machine, and a tube will be placed in their trachea to deliver oxygen and inhalant anesthesia as they breathe.
Your pet will be discharged from the imaging center once they are fully awake and comfortable.
They may remain mildly sedated for the rest of the day and should be monitored for any changes. You may also notice lingering effects of sedation or anesthesia for 24-72 hours following the procedure.
Coming For A CT Scan?
Your pet will be partnered with a Veterinary Technician, whose sole focus is their comfort and safety before, during and after the procedure.
Your pet’s experience may include:
• Sedation or general anesthesia during the scan to allow our team to capture high-quality images.
• IV catheter placement for administration of drugs necessary for sedation, anesthesia, maintenance, and reversal.
• Contrast material may be given to help distinguish selected areas of the body from surrounding tissue. This helps Radiologists diagnose medical conditions by improving the visibility of specific organs, blood vessels, or tissues. In a few cases, side effects such as diarrhea may occur.
The imaging process takes approximately 30 minutes, but we'd like your pet to remain in our care until safely recovered from the effects of sedation and/or anesthesia.
Coming For An Ultrasound?
Your pet’s experience may include:
• Occasionally, light sedation may be given before the scan to allow our team to capture high-quality images.
• Shaving of the area of focus; abdomen and/or chest.
The imaging process takes approximately 30 minutes, but we'd like your pet to remain in our care until safely recovered from the effects of sedation. You are welcome to wait for them to be discharged.
Your ultrasound report will be interpreted and returned to your primary care veterinarian. Please consult with them to discuss the findings, recommendations, and treatment plan.
Post-Visit Pet Care
• Your pet may be groggy for the rest of the day. Please monitor closely when outside and on the stairs.
• Offer your pet small amounts of water no sooner than 1 hour after you arrive home. Your pet can eat 1/2 of its normal meal size later this evening, offered in small increments.
• Your pet can receive any medications directed by your veterinarian.
Obtaining Results
• Please consult with your regular veterinarian for CT results and treatment plans.
Pricing & Payment
We also support your right to choose the service that best fits your pet and family. We are available for consultations to discuss whether a CT scan is the right choice for your pet.
Our CT services include the CT scan, administration of sedatives/anesthesia, patient monitoring and comfort, and the scan interpretation by a Board-Certified Radiologist.
We accept cash, checks, Care Credit, and major credit cards. Please note there is a 3% fee when using a credit card.
• Single Site $1200
• Each Additional Site $200
• STAT Report $175
CLARITY
STARTS HERE
If your pet is sick, your veterinarian has recommended imaging, or you just need answers— we’re here to help!
The COVE is a veterinary outpatient imaging center specializing in CT scans, ultrasounds, echocardiograms, and tissue sampling for dogs, cats, and other small animal exotic pets.
You don’t need a referral to book an appointment with us. Call, text, or request an appointment online today.
WHY CHOOSE
THE COVE?






🌟 What Pet Parents Say About The COVE 🌟
"Our dog, Milton, needed a head CT scan and this place was amazing! The staff were friendly and accommodating with any and all questions we had concerning our elderly boy. Within a week of seeing our vet we had an appointment set up for further imaging. Super grateful they had a board anesthesiologist with them to make Milton’s scan go smoothly. Absolutely loved the communication with the staff. Emails, phone calls, even texts. They are happy to help and genuinely care about your pet’s safety and wellbeing. If any of our animals need imaging in the future we know where to go."
"My 5 year old labrador retriever was referred by our vet to Cove for an ultrasound of the abdomen. Upon arrival, I received a friendly greeting and was shown to the waiting area. When our appointment began, I was expecting them to sedate my dog and take him in back for the procedure. My actual experience included two very kind individuals who allowed me to stay in the room and comfort my dog, Well done!"
“This is the place you want to call when your pet needs diagnostic information quickly and capably! Local care at its finest.”
"Had a wonderful experience at Cove. Everyone was loving and compassionate and they were able to get us in for an aspirate test weeks before anyone else could. Didn’t cost us an arm and leg either!!! Price was amazingly reasonable! Highly recommended!!"
There aren’t enough positive words to convey how much I loved the cove. The manner in which they cared for my pet is a gold standard example of what animal health should look like. Each person I encountered was caring and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to return, should I ever require their services again. Thank you!
"The cost for a lung biopsy and CT of the Chest and Abdomen for our dog was less than 2 Xrays, an US and some labs from our regular vet. They offer fair pricing, were kind and are clearly compassionate about their work. Would recommend to anyone seeking veterinary services."
"Was able to get in fast. Biopsy and images taken to my personal vet and sent out to their lab was able to get my cat diagnosed. COVE was thorough and the price was more reasonable than having to schedule and pay for an outpatient visit with a specialist before using and paying for their imaging. Definitely felt like we got answers faster. Appreciate this service and its convenience."
"Staff was very accommodating and experienced. Kind and gentle with our dog."
"Got in really quick! Very professional, reasonably priced, and have great connections with veterinarians across the state. Very happy we found them!"
"Very kind, very professional. It's hard to hand your dog off to someone but I felt comfortable doing it there. They even gave her a nail trim while she was under."
"Friendly, caring, thorough staff!!! Grateful that they offer echo cardiograms which confirmed that our kitty in fact does not have heart disease & no longer needs meds 😻"
“The staff here is wonderful!! They were so gentle with my fur baby. 5 STAR satisfaction.”
“Kind and efficient. Got us in super quickly. Convenient and accessible.”
"My small dog received an ultrasound at COVE. She was greeted by a kind, caring staff. Informative & professional staff. My little dog was happy during her exam."
"Professional and attentive! Highly recommend, COVE helped us further diagnose and get more answers with their extensive imaging. They all showed true compassion for our pup, Buddie ❤️"
"We had a great experience at Cove! Erika was so kind and caring with my dog giving him lots of love while he was there. We got the images needed and the reports were sent to my general veterinarian in a timely manner. That was really important as I was waiting to hear if my dog’s tumor had metastasized. They even followed up to see what the plan of care was for him. It really shows that they care about the animals they treat. Thank you for taking great care of my boy!"
"The COVE team was so caring of my dog and my concerns. They did a great job communicating with me and providing me with information. A big thanks to them for being so attentive to my concerns and my dogs needs."
"I took my dog, Sasha, to have an ultrasound recently. I was nervous about a possible mass in her abdominal area and Sasha, who was abused prior to me adopting her, was very scared. Immediately, upon walking in the door, I knew we were in good hands. The staff was professional, kind and caring toward both Sasha and I. Sasha was seen quickly and I received the results in less than 8 hours. I have already recommended COVE to my friends and coworkers. Thank you so much for your kindness and compassion!"
"We had a great experience at Cove! Everyone I spoke to was so kind and helpful! I appreciated getting a text (from Tom) when my dog was done with his CT, informing me that everything went well! I highly recommend Cove!"
"Very complete. Caring about our pet and test he was having. We were able to watch procedure and all questions we had were answered. Very professional but also extremely friendly. A+++++++++++"
"I came in with my 11 year old dog for an ultrasound and I could not be anymore pleased with the service COVE provided. They were so friendly, caring, and helpful. A huge shoutout to Kim, Erika, and Dr. Fred for their service. My appointment was on time and quick. The best part was Dr. Fred was able to give me an idea of what the ultrasound results were on site even though a radiologist still needed to review them. Thank you so much to the COVE team!"
"Such wonderful care and professionalism at COVE! Showing kindness while providing excellent care and images makes thiem well worth the drive and further investment in my dogs health 🐾"
"I brought my German Shepherd to the Cove for an ultrasound, and Dr. Fred truly took the time to listen, understand, and explain the process. The staff is incredibly kind and attentive, and they even followed up after our visit to make sure my regular vet received everything they needed. They also offer very reasonable pricing. I highly recommend them to anyone needing imaging – you’re in compassionate, capable hands here."
"They were able to get my dog in for a CT at my convenience and I received the results the same day! You can tell everyone working there truly loves animals and they treated my dog great. I would definitely recommend going to COVE!"
"The pricing was very reasonable and the staff was super friendly and attentive."
"Will be going here for any imaging I need for my animals. Took my dog to get a CT Scan and everyone was very nice and most important made my dog feel very comfortable and it was a quick process. Thank you Cove!!!!"
"They did a wonderful job with our pittie and treated him like one of their own. Highly recommend COVE for any imaging as it is a simple and efficient process for imaging. Thank you!"
"Amazing and caring staff!"
"Fast and friendly service for my injured dog, explained everything and allowed me to be present for exam. Appreciated that this was last minute and so agreeable to examine my girl. Would highly recommend, very professional with thorough explanation of what to be expected."
“Everyone was loving and compassionate... didn’t cost us an arm and a leg either!!!”
"We brought our Russian Blue cat Panama Jack in for an ultrasound after a referral from our vet. Everyone was polite and professional. The radiologist invited us to view the procedure and explained what was showing on the screen. Would recommend COVE to others without hesitation. Great experience."
"I was referred to COVE by my primary veterinarian because my 8 year old Samoyed was diagnosed with a tumor on his left adrenal gland. I was able to make an appointment for a CT scan within a few days. Their staff was very pleasant, caring and knowledgeable. They explained in detail all aspects of the procedure, and once completed took the time to go over the results with me, and help determine what my next steps should be. I would highly recommend COVE to any dog owner who finds themselves in a similar situation and needs advanced imaging to better understand what the issue may be with your beloved pet."
"So grateful to have found COVE for our dog’s CT scan. Dr Fred and staff are so kind and caring. It was an easy stress free experience, will be recommending them."
"Very friendly and professional group of people here. I had zero concerns leaving my dog with them. They were very reasonable, considerate, and used common sense in my dogs treatment. No reservations here."
"Super nice staff! They were accommodating and informative. Recommend!"
"Scheduling was so easy. They got me in same week and communication was fantastic. Great imaging service to work with."
"Professional, caring, and talented doctors perform specific testing to help our special pets. Thanks so much."
"We appreciate the love and care for our foster boy, Beau. Such special consideration was given to him to ensure he was safe and comfortable!"
"The people there were very nice."
"My experience with COVE was above and beyond my expectations. They got me in asap , were extremely kind in setting me up and provided high level care to my pup during procedure. I would definitely go back to COVE."
"We just want to thank Cove Imaging for the great care they gave our dog during his CT scan. The staff showed compassion and kindness during a difficult time. The two hour trip from Illinois was well worth it. Thank you again!"
"Great staff! Easy process making appointment! I felt my dog was in safe, experienced and kind hands!"
"Dr. Fred came in special to do Bella's ultrasound. He was very gentle with her and allowed me to help. He let me know during the procedure what he was seeing and thankfully, everything looked good. I was so relieved and grateful to him for getting us in quickly. I would definitely recommend him if your pet needs an ultrasound."
"Our fur boy who has been suffering from fevers & in a lot of pain was scheduled for scans was treated with compassion & love by the COVE staff. We received our results immediately & our vet also. We now know what our baby Chino is suffering from because of the COVE’s top notch imaging. We thank you for treating our fur baby with respect & dignity."
"Excellent care quality, kind and compassionate team. Cannot highly recommend enough!"
"The care and compassion from everyone at this place actually brought me to tears! They went above in beyond with communication! These people truly CARE. Not only about your pet but the pet owners as well! I can’t say enough positive feedback! Trustworthy, empathetic, and supportive! They do a fantastic and thorough job! You can truly trust your furry family here! Thank you COVE for making a scary experience much brighter!"
"Dr. Fred and his entire team were very caring to our Pug, Lucy. She had a CT Scan at Cove. They run a top notch service with a price that makes giving the necessary care affordable to pet owners. I would highly recommend their services."
"The care provided was great. The customer service before, during and after was excellent. My cat was slow to recover from sedation and the team was available to me via phone/text after hours and followed up first thing the next morning. Highly recommend!"
"The staff and Dr Fred are super nice and seemed genuinely concerned for our cat Finley. This was our first visit and we already are planning to take another cat in. Having a special needs cat rescue, Dr Fred and his staff are a God send for us. We are very thankful to have the COVE available to us!"
"Wonderful experience. It was easy to get scheduled. Pricing was better than expected. Costumer service and follow up is excellent. We absolutely recommend their services."
"Super friendly, attentive staff and seamless process throughout! Very reasonable prices as well. I live in Chicago and needed a CT scan for my dog’s chest and abdomen. The Medvet in Chicago quoted me $5000 for this procedure; I was out the door at Cove for the same scan for less than $1500."
"I recently brought my dog, Presley, to COVE for a CT scan, and I couldn’t be happier with the care and service we received. The staff was incredibly professional, kind, and attentive to Presley and me throughout the process.
The facility was spotless and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, which gave me confidence that Presley was in great hands. The scan results were delivered promptly, allowing us to move forward with his best care plan."
"This is a wonderful place to go to when you have to take a pet to have a test run on them. The people are so friendly and know what they're doing. They explain everything very well. You feel like you're handing your animal to a member of your own family. I was so pleased that I was told about this place and was able to take my dog there to have his CT scan. I would highly recommend people to bring their pets here if they are in need of testing. It's just a truly wonderful place."
"Everyone on the staff was helpful to my questions. There was an aura of kindness with the task at hand and not some assembly line mentality of in and out. Follow up communication was just as sincere."
"We searched in the Chicago area for an affordable CT scan for our cat (he was having profuse nosebleeds, and CT was recommended). COVE kept coming up as an ad in the search results, and when I realized they were only 2 hours away, I contacted them to find out their rates. The cost was 1/4 to 1/3 the prices in our area. They only do scans (and did a biopsy also, at an extra fee, as we'd requested it), but no treatment or follow-up. We are having the scans and biopsy analyzed by our vet, also at an additional cost. We are still saving thousands on the procedure, and knowing the prognosis of our pet and how to best manage his care, is a tremendous relief."
"A wonderful experience. The staff at Cove, especially Erika, went above and beyond to ensure the comfort of both my pet and myself. Highly recommend."
"Finally, affordable veterinary imaging!
The folks at COVE are kind, professional and compassionate. Would highly recommend to anyone who is looking to have imaging done for their pet. 17-year-old Autumn has a very positive experience with the COVE team."
"We had an EXCELLENT experience at the COVE. Every one of the staff members went above and beyond for our dog, Cash, and made us feel confident and comfortable. Dr Fred is the best! Scheduling was easy and we were able to get an appointment very quickly. Our family would highly recommend the COVE for all of your imaging needs."
"Very impressed with this clinic and highly recommend. We brought our dog Watson from out of town for a liver biopsy. We were nervous, worried, and not sure what to expect. Erika was so friendly and positive that she completely put us at ease and the only thing we worried about next was where to get breakfast while we waited. (She had helpful suggestions for that too) Erika made Watson feel comfortable before taking him back. She updated us via text, and when we picked him up he acted as if nothing happened. She even checked up on him a few days later. What we expected to be a scary and anxious wait, turned into a calm and pleasant experience. Thank you!"
"I am so Grateful to this place?We paid a fraction of what They Would have charged us in illinois.Because of this place we are able to afford to continue to help our boy They were very professional and kind .After a 2 hour drive with my toddler, they even told me what was in the area to distract ourselves while we waited."
"COVE did a great job of communicating updates throughout the procedure with Chase, and they also were very prompt to make him fit on the schedule before I left for a trip."
"Thank you for the excellent care during a very difficult time. Your staff was excellent!"
"At a difficult and nervous time in our lives with our dog Dr. Fred was even texting on a Sunday to get us scheduled early. Then after her results came back Dr. Fred reached out again to ensure we got the results from our vet. Such a caring team and Dr. Fred was ver compassionate."
"My dog Zenas broke his ankle and needed a Ct scan. Cove handled everything well and Zenas was completely finished earlier than expected. Staff is great."
"Cove imaging provided us and our dog Maui with a caring thorough service. They provided our Vet the pictures needed to proceed with a biopsy. Thank you Cove!"
"Super super nice people and very professional. I would recommend them to anyone and everyone. My cat is generally horrible at the vet but they did a great job with him I was impressed."
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Whether you're in Milford or Romulus, Dearborn or Novi, Flint or Sterling Heights, pet owners trust our experienced team for clear answers and compassionate care.
Our veterinary outpatient imaging center proudly serves a wide regional area across Southeastern Michigan, including major hubs like Farmington Hills, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Lansing, and Toledo. Conveniently located along the I-696 corridor, we provide fast, reliable access to advanced imaging such as CT scans, abdominal ultrasounds, and echocardiograms. Most results are shared with your veterinarian by the end of the next business day.

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