Northwoods Veterinary Clinic

06/18/2025

Did you know: Today is International Picnic Day! So head outside with a basket of treats for you and your pup, and share your pictures with us! 🐶🐾🌞

06/17/2025

Congratulations to this great group of grads! They recently completed their initial puppy and kitten vaccines, and we are so excited to watch them grow. Give a big shout out to Albie, Hawkeye, Lady, Murphy, Nelly, and Tot! 🐾🐶🥰😻🤩😍🥳

06/12/2025

Do fireworks have your pup running scared? What about thunderstorms? If you know that this summer's predictable loud noises cause your dog stress and anxiety, we're here to help. Call the clinic today to ask about what the best option may be for your pet (it's not just dogs!) that struggles with noise aversion.

Please note that all pets must have been examined by a veterinarian within the previous 12 months to receive prescription medication.

06/09/2025

Summer is a wonderful time for outdoor activities and enjoying the sunshine. However, it’s not just humans who need to be careful about sun exposure; our pets do, too.

Head to the blog to get tips on how to keep your pet safe and comfortable during the hot summer months: https://northwoodsvet.com/can-dogs-get-sunburn/

06/06/2025

Just in case you were planning to stop by our office to pick up medication or other supplies, we're offering this friendly note that we will be CLOSED from 1pm until 3pm TODAY, June 6th for staff training.
We value your time and appreciate your understanding!

06/04/2025

Hi. My name is Astra, but they call me Baby!
My favorite activity is snuggles, and the weirdest thing I do is nothing - I’m just a baby!

Astra is this month's NWVC App Selfie Star of the Month! Check out Astra's picture in our lobby that next time you're in the clinic.

Want to get your pet on the wall? Download our app and start uploading pictures now! Get the link here (or search Northwoods Vet in your app store): https://northwoodsvet.com/download-our-app/

06/02/2025

June is Adopt A Cat Month! Some fun cat facts:
- Cats sleep for about 70 percent of the day.
- Meowing is a language cats developed to talk to humans.
- The oldest cat, Creme Puff, died when she was 38 years old.
- Cats have 230 bones, while humans have 206.
- Felines can jump six times their length.

Here are some of our staff's rescue kitties (Marley, Bo, and Lotus) 😻🥰

Share yours in the comments and we may use them in a video later!

06/01/2025

It's the first of the month. Is your pet protected? Call the clinic if you need a refill!
All pets must have been examined within the previous 12 months. Dogs must have a current heartworm test, as well.

05/30/2025

Just like there are many different types of dogs, there are many different types of dog leashes. But not all are created equal. Check out this article about the potential safety risks associated with retractable leashes and maybe consider an alternative tool.

Retractable leashes seem like a good idea, but they have several safety risks to consider. Here’s what to know about retractable leashes, plus safer leash options.

05/26/2025

Today, we celebrate service, sacrifice, and selflessness. We can never bring back our fallen soldiers, but we can honor them in our daily actions.

We will be closed today - Monday, May 26 - in remembrance of those who gave their lives in service of our country. If your pet is in need of urgent or emergent, please contact the nearest emergency clinic (Blue Pearl in Mount Pleasant and Summerville, CVRC in West Ashley, or VEG in Mount Pleasant) or urgent care clinic (such as PawMed in West Ashley and Summerville or AcutePet Urgent Care in Mount Pleasant or Summerville). We will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, May 27.

05/21/2025

We've already started seeing some highs above 90, so that means it's time to talk about heat safety for your pets. Here are some tips:

- First and foremost, do NOT leave your pet in a hot vehicle, even for a short time.
- Do not leave pets unsupervised around pools and make sure to rinse them off after swimming.
- Avoid hot surfaces, such as asphalt. If it's too hot for you to touch for more than a few seconds, it's too hot for your pet to walk on.
- Don't assume the best thing you can do for your thick-coated dog is to shave it. For some breeds, shaving their coat can actually make them more likely to struggle with maintaining their temperature.

For information, check out these sites:
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/hot-weather-safety-tips ()
https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/warm-weather-pet-safety (American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA))
https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/news/keep-pets-safe-in-hot-weather.html (American Red Cross)