Warning Signs of Pet Cancer: What All Pet Owners Should Know
Charleston, SC (August 28, 2012) — The ASPCA says 60% of all dogs over age 6 will get cancer during their lifetime, and Veterinary Pet Insurance reports that in 2011 it received nearly 50,000 claims for diagnosis and treatment of cancer in pets: – the No. 1 disease-related killer of dogs and cats. While these statistics sound grim, there have been amazing advances in veterinary oncology during recent years. Treatments that were once only for humans – such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy – are now available for our four-legged family members.Read More >
Charleston’s Pets and Saltwater Intoxication
Charleston, SC (August 9, 2012) Living the quintessential Charleston lifestyle for many families and their pets includes beach time, boats and swimming. The emergency team at CVRC sees cases of saltwater intoxication every summer, so Dr. Kristin Welch, head of our Emergency and Critical Care Department, wants to remind everyone about this danger to pets.
Top Four Summertime Pet Emergencies
Charleston, SC (July 10, 2012) It’s summertime fun for you and your pet but do you know the top four pet emergencies to beware of this time of year? The region’s only Board Certified Critical Care Veterinary Specialist, Dr. Kristin Welch of Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (www.charlestonvrc.com) is sharing these tips to keep pets safe and owners aware this summer.
Top Ten Ways to Keep Your Pet’s Teeth Healthy
Charleston, SC (February 29, 2012) February is National Pet Dental Month and the dental care of dogs and cats is one of the most commonly overlooked areas of pet health care. In fact, the American Veterinary Dental Society reports that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease by age three. Charleston Veterinary Referral Center’s dentistry team, Heather L. Duncan, DVM and Katherine E. Queck, DVM, Fellow, Academy of Veterinary Dentistry, share the top pet dental conditions, symptoms, treatments and the top ten ways to keep your pet’s teeth healthy.
CVRC Shares These Pet Cancer Myths
Charleston, SC (November 9, 2011) — The ASPCA says 60% of all dogs over age six will get cancer during their lifetime and Veterinary Pet Insurance says in 2010, they received more than 71,000 claims for cancer diagnosis and treatment in pets – the No. 1 disease-related killer of dogs and cats. There have been amazing advances in veterinary oncology during recent years and treatment costs are more affordable, but what is your true pet cancer I.Q. and what do all pet owners need to know now about pet cancer facts, diagnosis and treatment? Kerry Rissetto, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Oncology) of The Cancer Center at CVRC (www.charlestonvrc.com) can bust some pet cancer myths and share a few important and interesting facts.
