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.
Echocardiogram. Guide. An echocardiogram (also called an echo) is a type of ultrasound test that uses high-pitched sound waves that are sent through a device called a transducer. The device picks up echoes of the sound waves as they bounce off the different parts of your heart. Check the ability of your heart chambers to pump blood (cardiac performance). 2  During an echocardiogram, your doctor can calculate how much blood your heart is pumping during each heartbeat (ejection fraction). 3  You might have a low ejection fraction if you have heart failure.