Red Bank Veterinary Hospital Introduces PET/CT Imaging for Early Cancer Detection in Pets

Veterinary Services

At Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, we are committed to advancing veterinary medicine and providing the very best care for your pets. We are proud to announce the addition of Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT) to our diagnostic services — a groundbreaking technology available at only a handful of veterinary hospitals across the United States.

What is PET/CT?

PET/CT combines two powerful imaging techniques:

PET (Positron Emission Tomography): Detects metabolic activity at the cellular level, identifying abnormal changes before they become visible on traditional scans.
CT (Computed Tomography): Provides detailed anatomical images of the body.

Together, PET/CT delivers a comprehensive view of both structure and function, allowing our specialists to detect cancer earlier and with greater accuracy.

Why PET/CT Matters for Pets

Cancer is one of the most common health challenges facing pets today. Early detection is critical to improving outcomes, and PET/CT offers:

Unmatched precision in locating and characterizing tumors
Earlier diagnosis before clinical signs appear
Better treatment planning for surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy
Enhanced monitoring of treatment response and recurrence

A Team-Based Approach

At RBVH, our board-certified medical & radiation oncologists, radiologists, and surgeons collaborate closely to integrate PET/CT into comprehensive cancer care. This team-based model ensures that every patient benefits from the most advanced diagnostics and individualized treatment strategies available.

Setting a New Standard in Veterinary Care

By offering PET/CT, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital joins a very select group of veterinary hospitals nationwide, leading the way in innovation. Our goal is simple: to provide pets and their families with hope, clarity, and the highest level of care when facing cancer.