Holter monitoring in animals

In veterinary medicine, as well as in humane medicine, Holter monitoring is an indispensable tool for diagnosing and monitoring heart disease in animals. It is especially useful in cases where a conventional electrocardiogram (ECG) does not reveal a problem due to the short duration of the study.

What is Holter monitoring?

Holter monitoring is a daily ECG study of an animal's cardiac activity that lasts 24 hours or more. The device records the heart rhythm throughout the day, including periods of activity, rest, and sleep, which allows you to see a complete picture of the heart's function.

Key conditions for which Holter examination is indicated:

• Loss of consciousness in dogs or cats

• Suspected epileptiform seizures

• Diagnosis of arrhythmias and heart rhythm disorders

• Monitoring the effectiveness of antiarrhythmic therapy

How does Holter differ from a conventional ECG?

Unlike a classic ECG, which is taken in a few minutes at rest or under stress, Holter monitoring allows you to record those disorders that occur periodically or under certain conditions, such as during an active walk or sleep.

Thus, this is a panoramic diagnosis that often reveals hidden cardiac pathologies that do not manifest themselves clinically.

How does the procedure go?

📅 When planning a visit to install a holter, we recommend that owners think about comfortable, lightweight clothing for the animal.

👕 It can be:

• T-shirt

• Bodysuit

• Lightweight cape

Why is it important? Because the fixation bandage can rub the skin, so it is advisable to wear something soft and comfortable under it.

Who analyzes the results?

📈 Holter monitoring results are interpreted by specialists of Alba Medical (USA 🇺🇸). It usually takes up to 3 business days.

Why is it important to have a holter done on time?

Heart disease is insidious and often asymptomatic. Our common task as doctors and owners is to detect the problem in time and keep it under control.

Thanks to early diagnosis, we can

• extend the life of your pet

• ensure a comfortable state of health

• avoid sudden complications

📞 How to sign up for holter monitoring?

Call our contact center: 044/097 344 88 88

Olena Kostiuk, Head of the Department of Cardiology and Pulmonology of Zoolux:
Features of Holter monitoring in animals
Video of the process