How Veterinarians Can Use the Pet Acoustics Hearing Test App as a Valuable Screening Tool for Dogs and Cats
How Veterinarians Can Use the Pet Acoustics Hearing Test as a Valuable Screening Tool for Dogs and Cats
Hearing health in pets is often overlooked in routine veterinary care. Yet, just like humans, dogs and cats can experience hearing loss—whether from age, breed predisposition, ear infections, noise trauma, or other medical conditions. The challenge for veterinarians has always been having a quick, non-invasive, and accessible way to screen for potential hearing issues.
Now, with the Pet Acoustics+ App, veterinarians have a new tool at their fingertips: the Pet Acoustics Hearing Test—a free, innovative, and patent-pending feature designed specifically to help veterinary professionals assess canine and feline hearing health right in the exam room.
Why Add Hearing Screening to Routine Care?
Early detection of hearing loss can improve quality of life and safety for pets.
Many pet parents are unaware their pet may not be hearing well—behavior changes may be mistakenly attributed to aging, stubbornness, or anxiety.
Hearing loss can be a symptom of other underlying conditions such as ear infections, neurological issues, or drug side effects.
Breed-specific risks (such as congenital deafness in certain white-coated breeds) make hearing screening an important preventive care measure.
Educating pet parents on hearing health builds value, trust, and engagement in your veterinary services.
How the Pet Acoustics Hearing Test Works
The app plays a series of calibrated, species-specific tones that match the hearing frequency ranges of dogs and cats. These tones are carefully designed to:
✅ Be non-startling and comfortable for pets
✅ Target high, mid, and low frequencies
✅ Help identify partial or full hearing loss, either unilateral or bilateral
During the test, veterinarians or technicians observe the pet for behavioral responses such as:
Ear movements or twitching
Head turning toward the sound
Changes in alertness or body posture
Eye movements or expressions of curiosity
The simple process can be performed in just a few minutes—no sedation, specialized equipment, or complex setup required.
Practical Applications in Veterinary Practice
1. Wellness Exams & Senior Pet Care
Integrate hearing screening into routine check-ups for adult and senior pets. As pets age, undetected hearing loss is common—early screening helps guide care recommendations and lifestyle adjustments.
2. Pre-Anesthetic Assessment
Screen for hearing issues prior to anesthesia or dental procedures to better tailor recovery environments (reducing potential startle responses during waking).
3. Breed-Specific Risk Screening
Use for puppies and kittens in breeds predisposed to congenital hearing loss (e.g., Dalmatians, Australian Shepherds, white cats with blue eyes).
4. Behavior Consultations
Assess pets presented with new behavior issues—hearing loss may be contributing to confusion, anxiety, or apparent “non-responsiveness.”
5. Post-Treatment Follow-Up
Screen after treatments for chronic otitis or other ear conditions to monitor hearing function.
Benefits for Veterinary Practices
✅ Adds value to your wellness care offerings
✅ Provides a modern, client-friendly screening option
✅ Encourages client engagement and education
✅ Easy to use—simply download the Pet Acoustics+ App on clinic devices
✅ Complements other sensory and cognitive health assessments
Getting Started
The Pet Acoustics Hearing Test is available for free in the Pet Acoustics+ App (downloadable on the App Store and Google Play). Veterinary teams can immediately begin using the tool in practice to enhance pet care and improve outcomes.
For those who want to take hearing wellness further, the app also offers in-app subscriptions to Pet Acoustics’ scientifically proven calming music—an excellent complement for managing anxiety, post-surgery recovery, and noise phobia cases.
Final Thought:
As veterinary medicine continues to embrace preventive wellness, sensory health—including hearing—deserves a more prominent role. With the Pet Acoustics Hearing Test, veterinarians now have an easy way to bring hearing care into everyday practice.