![](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/observation.png)
Observation
The first thing we do is ask probing questions. We listen as you describe the critical details of your pet’s daily routine and activity.
Gait Analysis
We observe your pet in motion and analyze every aspect of their overall movement, including their interest in their environment and interaction.
![gait-analysis](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/gait-analysis.png)
![palpation](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/palpation.png)
Palpation
This includes a deep examination by touch of all areas of your pet’s abdomen, neck, spine, joints, and long bones.
Joint Assessment
Each joint is individually flexed gently to measure your pet’s reactions and assess overall joint laxity.
![joint-assessment](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/joint-assessment.png)
![system-isolation](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/system-isolation.png)
System Isolation
If your pet presents symptoms, we may proceed to further investigation like reflex assessment, digital radiology.
Diagnosis
We will prepare a customized treatment plan to manage any pain and help your pet return to their usual, energetic life.
![diagnosis](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/diagnosis.png)
![](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/observation.png)
Observation
The first thing we do is ask probing questions. We listen as you describe the critical details of your pet’s daily routine and activity.
![gait-analysis](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/gait-analysis.png)
Gait Analysis
We observe your pet in motion and analyze every aspect of their overall movement, including their interest in their environment and interaction.
![palpation](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/palpation.png)
Palpation
This includes a deep examination by touch of all areas of your pet’s abdomen, neck, spine, joints, and long bones.
![joint-assessment](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/joint-assessment.png)
Joint Assessment
Each joint is individually flexed gently to measure your pet’s reactions and assess overall joint laxity.
![system-isolation](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/system-isolation.png)
System Isolation
If your pet presents symptoms, we may proceed to further investigation like reflex assessment, digital radiology.
![diagnosis](https://westervillepets.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/diagnosis.png)
Diagnosis
We will prepare a customized treatment plan to manage any pain and help your pet return to their usual, energetic life.