Join us this weekend at Lowcountry Dog Magazine's May the Dogs Be With You event at Ashley River Park!There will be exciting activities, dog-friendly vendors, delicious treats, and plenty of wagging tails. Whether you're a proud dog parent or just love pups, there's something for everyone.Bring your four-legged friends and join us for a day of tail-wagging fun! 🐕💫LEARN MORE: https://bit.ly/45Dho4h
As it continues to warm up outside, remember to help keep your pets safe in the heat and outdoors with these tips!☀️ Don't allow prolonged periods of time outside or outdoor exercise during the hottest parts of the day☀️ Humidity makes it even more difficult for pets to cool down, especially short-nosed breeds☀️ Be sure your pet always has access to shade and fresh water☀️ NEVER leave your pet in a car unattended!If you experience an emergency with your pet this summer contact CVRC at 843.614.8387. We are ALWAYS open 24/7/365 and are here when you need us!
You can now book appointments for our cardiology, neurology, and surgery services ONLINE! 🐾✨🔹 24/7 Access: Schedule anytime, anywhere.🔹 Easy to Use: Quick and simple booking process.🔹 Instant Confirmation: Get immediate appointment confirmation.Services Offered:❤️ Cardiology: Expert heart care for your pets.🧠 Neurology: Comprehensive treatment for neurological issues.🔧 Surgery: Skilled surgical procedures for all needs.How to Book:1️⃣ Visit our website (charlestonvrc.com)2️⃣ Select "Schedule an Appointment" on the menu bar3️⃣ Login to EzyVet or create an account (it's easy!)4️⃣ Select your service5️⃣ Choose your time6️⃣ Confirm your appointmentYour pet’s specialized care is just a few clicks away! 🐶🐱SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT NOW: charlestonvrc.com/schedule-appointment
Putting for Paws 2024
We had a blast at the Putting For Paws Hallie Hill Golf Tournament last weekend! CVRC was a silver sponsor and spent the day supporting a great cause and making lots of new friends. Thank you for having us, Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary! 🏌️ 🐾
Happy Hug Your Cat Day! 🐱 Did you know that there are scientifically proven health benefits to cat ownership?❣ Cat owners have a lowered risk of heart disease and stroke due to the relaxing effects felines have on their humans which minimizes stress and lowers blood pressure.❣ A cat's purr creates vibrations at a frequency of 20-140 HZ, and studies have shown that frequencies in the 18-35 HZ range have a positive effect on human joint mobility after injury.❣ If you spend 15-30 minutes a day petting or playing with your cat it can boost your mood! A result due to a rise in serotonin and a decrease in cortisol.Showing your cat love and affection will let them know you care for them too - so give your cat extra lovin' today and give them a hug! 💙
It's #PetAppreciationWeek! 🐾 This week was created by AVMA in 1981 and encourages us to be responsible pet owners not just this week, but every day of the year! We are grateful for the pets that enrich our lives and who are always there for us. ❤Tell us how you plan to celebrate with your pet!
June is #NationalPetPreparednessMonth 🚨 This month serves as a helpful reminder of what to do in case of an emergency or natural disaster.Here are some basic tips to help you prepare but be sure to create a plan that’s most fitting to your location, family, and pets.Always have your pet emergency contacts prepared including your primary veterinarian and your local pet ER. And remember, in case of emergency CVRC is ALWAYS here and open 24/7/365.
Veterinary Receptionist Week 2024
We're having a blast celebrating our team during #NationalVeterinaryReceptionistWeek! 💙
Donor Appreciation Party 2024
Thank you to everyone who came out to our Blood Donor Appreciation Party this past Saturday! We had a blast and so did all of our animal friends! 🐶 💙Learn more about how your pet can become a Blood Donor Hero and benefit from becoming a donor on our website: charlestonvrc.com/services/blood-bank
Lunch & Learn: Seizure Management
Last week, Dr. Mac and Stephen gave a lunch & learn to fellow professionals in our area about seizure management in dogs. Everyone had a great time and we all learned so much! Our Neuro team is the best! 🧠
Mae
Meet Mae! 🐾Mae is an 8.5 year old Boston Terrier that presented to Dr. Renner for a large mast cell tumor on her left elbow. Unfortunately, due to the size of the mass, surgery to remove it was not a great option for Mae due to risks of non-healing.Testing showed that Mae had no evidence of spread of her mast cell tumor! Mae's owner along with her oncology team has decided to try and shrink her mass with medications! If effective, we can then pursue surgery to remove the rest of the disease.Only time will tell but we are all only hoping the best for Mae! 💙
We had a blast at Dunes Veterinary Clinic in Myrtle Beach yesterday! CVRC's own Dr. Tracy hosted a lunch & learn on Triage and CPR for their team and we all learned so much! Thank you to Dr. Tracy and to Dunes for a fun-filled afternoon! 💙
Dorchester Paws community day 2024
We had an amazing time at the Dorchester Paws community day event last weekend. Thank you so much for inviting us to be a part of such a fun-filled day! 💙
Meet Croix!
Team Spotlight: Croix! ✨Croix is a valued member of our CVRC family. Not only does she work with our Oncology team, but she plays an important part in our community outreach efforts by helping us visit schools to educate students in our area. Here is what she has to say about being a part of the CVRC team:"My favorite part of my job is of course our patients but I also love making connections with their owners and helping them when they need us the most. My favorite activities outside of work are live music and traveling!"Thank you for all that you do, Croix! 💙
CVRC at Dogtopia!
Last night at Dogtopia Summerville was a blast! We had 15 wonderful folks join us to delve into topics like CVRC, CPR, and our blood bank. Sharing our expertise with the community is what we're all about! Thank you to the Dogtopia team for inviting us to join their event! 💙Learn more about our Blood Bank at: https://bit.ly/3K81oeT
We had a great time this week with the students at Lucy Beckham, teaching them all about what it means to have a career in veterinary medicine! Thank you to all of the staff and students who welcomed us with open arms. We hope we were able to inspire a few future veterinary professional 💙
Meet Scooby!
Donor Spotlight ✨Meet Scooby! 🐾Scooby loves to play fetch and tug of war with his stuffy toys. According to his mom, he could do that all day long!Here's a snippet from Scooby's mom about why he became a donor:"The reason that I enrolled Scooby in the program is because my previous senior pup was a long time frequent flyer at CVRC. Due to various reasons she spent quite a bit of time over the years in the emergency department and was a patient of Dr. Welch then Dr. Clare. Both of whom we adored. After she passed and I adopted Scooby from Dorchester Paws I decided to enroll him in the program so that other pups have the opportunity for the same long and well loved life that Birdie had."Thank you for your contribution and for helping save countless lives, Scooby!! 💙Learn more about our Blood Bank at charlestonvrc.com/services/blood-bank
Berkeley High Career Fair 2024
We loved spending time with students at the Berkeley High School career fair this week! Thank you for everyone who joined us to learn about CVRC and how we can work together to help animals in our community 💙
Stratford High School Lunch & Learn
We had an amazing Lunch & Learn session this week at Stratford High School with 25 incredible Juniors and Seniors!Exciting news: we're scheduling shadowing sessions for a few outstanding students—big things ahead! Special shoutout to Croix, Lizzie, and Onyx for being absolute rockstars during the 2-hour session. 🤩Kudos to Lizzie and Croix for their outstanding connection with the students. Your passion for veterinary medicine is truly inspiring! We're so grateful to be a part of a community that strives to empower and inspire through every effort at CVRC. 🙌
Reagan Rae
Meet Reagan Rae! 🐾This sweet girl visits our Cardiology Department for regular monitoring of her degenerative valve disease. This is the most common heart disease in dogs, in which leaky valves can eventually case significant heart dilation and even congestive heart failure (fluid in the lungs).Luckily for Reagan Rae, repeat echoes have shown that her disease is very mild and stable, so she isn’t at risk for congestive heart failure. In fact, she doesn’t even reach our threshold to start heart medications yet. We love giving out such good news! 🌟 💙
