Home - Veterinary Stethoscopes - Checking vital signs on petsChecking vital signs on pets May 12, 2021March 7, 2019 by admin If you are a veterinary student or just a curious pet owner, here is a video that explains the vital signs of your pet, how to check them, and what it all means. Stethoscope is used to check for the respiration, heart sounds and bowel movement.