Veterinary Holter monitoring is a diagnostic procedure used to assess an animal’s heart rhythm over an extended period. It involves the use of a portable device called a Holter monitor, which continuously records the animal’s electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) for a duration of 24 to 48 hours or longer, depending on the specific monitoring protocol. Holter monitoring is particularly useful in detecting and evaluating intermittent or sporadic cardiac arrhythmias, which may not be captured during a routine brief ECG recording. It allows for a more comprehensive assessment of the heart’s electrical activity in a real-life setting.
