Central Animal Hospital

30/03/2026

25/03/2026

Good luck tomorrow! Seize the day and give it everything you've got.

22/03/2026

A little synopsis on Feline Lucaemia Virus.
The major take home is , ' Vaccinate, vaccinate, vaccinate.'!

18/03/2026

Hi my people.
You can reach us at 6657711 & 665PETS(7487) .
Please don't call the WhatsApp account. We can't answer. Thanks.

07/03/2026

We had an issue this morning at Central Animal Hospital. A client called claiming they had adopted their pet from another client and requested the medical notes/history for that pet.
We had to decline, much to the dismay of the caller.
Although we allegedly might have sern the animal with the new owner we cannot divulge the notes made previous to them owning it, especially after just a phone call.
Ethically we require the past owner to personally appear and formally request their pet's history. Then we will compile the notes and send them to the previous owner. What they choose to do with the information at that point is up to them.
Unfortunately, not everyone appreciates these nuances.

05/03/2026

Sometimes you just don't have time to schedule a visit to the veterinary clinic, but still need to get your dog's vaccinations and check ups done. Call us today to book a house call!

02/03/2026

When a client shares a photo with you of a patient that isn't the best behaved when she visits the clinic!

28/02/2026

Hot take: the phrase “can’t afford the vet, can’t afford the pet” is oversimplified and often unfair.

Not being able to cover an unexpected, high-cost veterinary emergency does NOT automatically make someone a bad pet parent. Veterinary medicine has advanced rapidly, and with that progress has come rising costs that can catch even the most devoted owners off guard.

What matters most is this: is the pet’s welfare being protected?

Responsible pet ownership means providing the essentials:
✔️ A safe, clean place to live
✔️ Fresh water available at all times
✔️ Regular, complete and balanced nutrition
✔️ Core vaccines to prevent serious disease
✔️ Parasite prevention

If those needs are being met, even with budget-friendly options, that pet is still benefiting from a loving home.

Sometimes, despite our best intentions, families are faced with heartbreaking financial decisions. Choosing humane euthanasia or surrender to prevent suffering is an act of compassion, not failure.

We can advocate for preparedness (pet insurance, savings plans, etc.) without shaming people who are doing their best.

Because at the end of the day, pets need loving homes and good pet parents come from many financial situations. 🤍🐾

Courtesy:
The Hosest Vet. Charleston SC.