Services
Preventative Care
Preventative Care is vital in making sure your pet receives routine exams in order to address changes in behavior, weight, eye sight, hearing, as well as their general chemical makeup. When you bring your pet in annually for vaccines, we are able to maintain a veterinary-patient relationship and can address issues sooner when they first appear rather than later when the solution may be harder to obtain.
Examination
Our head-to-tail examinations include, but are not limited to, temperature, weight, eye and ear sensory ability, heart and lung auscultation, abdominal palpation, and orthopedic mobility evaluation. Examinations allow us to determine the physical health of your pet and address issues that may be present or progression. Some common issues that can be diagnosed include skin issues, itchiness, ear infections, allergies, behavioral issues, and pain managment.
Vaccines
Vaccines are the most important part of preventative care and keeping your pet healthy and safe from multiple viral and bacterial infections. Vaccines offered include:
Canine:
- DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
- Leptospirosis
- Lyme
- Bordetella
- Rabies (1yr & 3yr)
- Canine Influenza
Feline:
- FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia)
- Feline Leukemia
- Rabies (1yr & 3yr)
Tests and Bloodwork
Our hospital has the ability to perform in-house laboratory services as well as collaborating with Idexx Laboratories for routine and specialized diagnostics
Fecal Exams, Canine 4dx Heartworm Tests, Feline Triple Snap Tests, Urinalysis, and Routine Chemistry Panels are all offered at annual appointments to give the best insight to your fur-baby's overall current health status. We highly recommend a routine Wellness Panel every year.
Surgeries
We have the ability to preform a wide range of surgeries that your pet may need. We recommend spaying and neutering every pet due to medical conditions they can develop with age. Exams are required to diagnosis other conditions that may require surgery. Core vaccines (rabies/dhpp/bordetella, rabies/FVRCP) must be up to date prior to any elective surgical procedure.
Spay/Neuter
Spaying and Neutering your fur baby is the best way to prevent life threatening conditions such as testicular cancer, prostate cancer, pyometra, and mammary cancer. These conditions can develop in unaltered dogs and cats. In order to avoid or reduce the risk of these conditions, we recommend spaying and neutering between 5-6 months of age.
Dental Cleanings
Routine dental cleanings are important for preventing periodontal disease, tooth decay, and bad breath. Each pet develops tartar at different rates due to genetics and diet, therefore it is important to keep a good eye on your pet's dental health. We recommend dental cleanings when tartar is present but before calculus and gingivitis develop.
We offer dental cleanings at a discounted price during the month of February!
Additional Surgical Procedures
There are several additional surgical procedures regularly performed at Carolina Veterinary Hospital, including but not limited to mass removals, cystotomy, abdominal exploratory, amputations, etc. An exam is needed to evaluate the proper procedure needed and if we are able to provide surgical care at our facility or if referral is more appropriate.
Radiology and Ultrasound
We have the ability to perform radiographs and ultrasound imaging to evaluate conditions and confirm conditions depending on the severity of the issue.
Radiology
Our on-site x-ray equipment provides high quality digital images to aid in the diagnosis of your fur baby's medical condition. We also have the ability to submit radiographs to a board-certified veterinary radiologist for consultation.
Ultrasound
Our on-site ultrasound machine can be used to confirm simple suspected conditions. Complex cases may be referred to a board-certified veterinary radiologist.
Therapeutic Laser
Introducing.... CVH's newest addition!
Therapeutic Laser
Our new therapeutic laser is helpful in assisting the healing of everything from routine surgical sites to acute orthopedic and soft tissue injuries. Even gingivitis/stomatitis and ear infections can benefit from laser therapy. Call to schedule a session for your pet today!