31 Animals Unwillingly Getting X-Rayed (31 photos)

Surprising and somewhat amusing images await you in this gallery of animals unknowingly undergoing X-ray procedures. From household pets like cats and dogs to exotic animals like snakes, giraffes, and even fish – veterinarians face the challenging task of calming and preparing animals for this experience, which can seem terrifying to them. These animals need to stay perfectly still during the scan, which isn’t easy even with human patients, let alone these unique ones!

The X-rays reveal fascinating glimpses into the internal structures of various animals, along with the clever methods veterinarians use to get clear scans – from lizards taped to boards and snakes in tubes to lions under anesthesia. Take a look at these intriguing scenes from veterinary practice and see just how demanding and creative working with unusual patients can be!