PRICE LIST

Daytime Ultrasound Scans

Evenings, Weekends and Out-of-Hours Appointments

I do not offer free scans or a pay-later service.
If you do not have a means of payment, please let me know when booking.

Re-Scans

A re-scan is available if the first scan was negative, or if you would like to check that everything is progressing normally later in the pregnancy. Later pregnancy scans are recommended from day 50 onwards.

A re-scan is always advised when the bitch is carrying just one puppy, as this carries a higher risk of reabsorption. I would also recommend having your bitch checked if you notice a discharge during pregnancy or if she has a history of problems.

Re-scan: £25

Mobile and Home Visits

I no longer offer a mobile scanning service or home visits for several reasons.

My scan room has been specially set up to provide a calm, safe and comfortable environment for both you and your bitch, while also allowing me to achieve the best possible scan results. In a home environment, dogs are often more distracted, excitable or protective of their surroundings, which can make scanning more difficult and less accurate.

At my premises, I have all of my professional equipment set up correctly, including a high-quality scanning machine connected to an additional monitor so you can clearly view the scan during your appointment. The room also has the correct lighting and controlled conditions to help produce the clearest images possible.

Much like veterinary practices are generally unable to offer home visits for scans or procedures due to the limitations of transporting equipment and creating suitable working conditions, the same applies to professional ultrasound scanning services.

I use a hydraulic grooming table, meaning your bitch does not need to be lifted. She can simply walk onto the table herself, and I can safely raise it to a comfortable working height. This is easier and more comfortable for both you and your dog, particularly with larger or heavily pregnant bitches.

When carrying out home visits, scans often have to be performed on the floor, meaning both you and I may need to kneel or sit on the ground during the procedure. In their own home environment, many dogs are less likely to stand still, making the process more stressful and time-consuming for everyone involved.

Having appointments at my premises also allows me to maintain better hygiene, cleanliness and organisation, with immediate access to all of my equipment should additional checks be needed. It also reduces interruptions and distractions, helping to keep your bitch relaxed throughout the appointment.

Mobile appointments are considerably more expensive due to travel time, fuel costs, transportation of sensitive equipment and additional setup time. My scanning equipment is sophisticated and delicate, and repeatedly disconnecting, transporting and reassembling it is not ideal.

The same applies to after-whelping checks. It is generally in the bitch’s best interests to attend appointments away from the home, as introducing a stranger into her environment shortly after she has had a litter can sometimes cause unnecessary stress or anxiety for both mum and puppies.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. My priority is always the comfort, welfare and safety of your bitch, while providing the best-quality service possible.

The image below shows what can happen when a dog is not under full control during a scan. On this occasion, I was fortunate that it was only my arm; it could easily have been my face. For the safety of both myself and your pet, a controlled environment is essential.

Accidental Mating and Pre-Scan Advice

I am no longer offering free advice over the telephone prior to an ultrasound. I have found that I am often used as a free advice service by breeders who are not in my area and then go on to use a friend or local scanner.

Pre-Scan and Breeding Advice

If you need advice before embarking on a breeding programme or before booking an ultrasound, please enquire. I can offer advice on offering your dog at stud, finding the right stud for your bitch, health testing, whelping and weaning. No question is too silly.