1 AKC registered dogs tend to cost more than $800. 2  For example, at Puppyfind.com, Brussels Griffon dogs are sold from around $150 to $1,200 depending on the age and sex. 3  A male Griffon that is four years old is sold at $150 while another male at four weeks old is sold for $1,200.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: A transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) is a procedure used to check for problems with your heart. It will also show any problems in the blood vessels near your heart. Sound waves are sent through a handheld device placed on your chest.
An echocardiogram (echo) is a test that uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to make pictures of your heart.The test is also called echocardiography or diagnostic cardiac ultrasound. Quick facts.1  An echo uses sound waves to create pictures of your heartâs chambers, valves, walls and the blood vessels (aorta, arteries, veins) attached to your heart. 2  A probe called a transducer is passed over your chest. If there is a tumor or infectious growth around your heart valves. 2  Problems with the outer lining of your heart (the pericardium). 3  Problems with the large blood vessels that enter and leave the heart. 4  Blood clots in the chambers of your heart. 5  Abnormal holes between the chambers of the heart. 6  An echo canât harm you.