Rea Road Animal Hospital

Pet Food Recall

rearoad — Mon, 07 May 2012 19:21:59 +0000

As of May 4th, 2012, Diamond Pet Foods has voluntarily recalled many brands of dry pet food manufactured in South Carolina due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recalled foods have not tested positive for Salmonella, but are being recalled as a precaution. The following list contains products involved in the current recall:

Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul
Country Value
Diamond
Diamond Naturals
Premium Edge
Professional
4Health
Taste of the Wild
Canidae
Natural Balance
Wellness (Large Breed Puppy ONLY)
Solid Gold

If you are in possession of any recalled products, discontinue feeding them. Please visit the following link where you can find batch number to all the recalled products and information regarding obtaining a refund: http://diamondpetrecall.com/

February is Dental Month!

rearoad — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 22:02:49 +0000

The month of February has been designated by the American Veterinary Medical Society as National Pet Dental Health Month. The goal is to educate pet owners about the importance of dental health. Many pet owners dismiss bad breath as “dog breath”, but odor could be an indication of an underlying issue. Routine dental cleanings can not only prevent periodontal disease, but can also uncover issues that would go unseen otherwise. Advanced dental disease can lead to tooth decay, gum disease and possibly infection of the heart and kidneys. Overall, maintaining your pet’s dental health can result in a longer, healthier life.

During the month of February we will be offering savings on our recommended dental cleaning package. Space is limited, so be sure to schedule your pet’s dental now! For more information, please call our office at (704) 544-6313.

Photos courtesy of OraVet

Holiday Pet Safety

rearoad — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:32:33 +0000

Many pet owners don’t realize that table scraps from a holiday meal can be dangerous for their furry friends. If your pets are likely to beg at the table for scraps or even raid the garbage can for leftovers, secure them in another room until dinner has been cleaned up and the trash taken out. Some hazardous holiday items include (but are not limited to):

DecorationsTree NeedlesWater from the Tree BaseCandles and FireplacesGlass Tree OrnamentsTinsel and GarlandRibbons and String

PlantsMistletoeSome Evergreens/PinesHolly BushesBerriesPoinsettia

Toxic FoodsChocolateRaisinsGrapesMacadamia NutsGarlicOnionAlcoholCaffeinated BeveragesBread DoughSugar-Free Candy and GumCooked Bones

**Although some holiday foods are not toxic, they can still be dangerous. Rich, fatty foods can cause serious illness in animals so be sure to keep table food treats to a minimum**

In short, keep all holiday goodies out of reach and only treat your pets with healthy, animal approved snacks. Also be sure to keep an eye on your pet with any new toys, and remove any and all labels, tags, or other small parts before play time.

If your believe your pet has ingested a potentially toxic holiday food or item, contact a veterinarian immediately. For after hour emergencies, click here.

Paws for Cause

rearoad — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 19:27:43 +0000

We are happy to introduce “Paws for Cause”

This program was created to help raise money for our “Good Samaritan Fund”. Money from this fund is used to pay for emergency medical procedures on unclaimed animals, or for lifesaving procedures on patients whose owners do not have means to provide said procedures. We ask you, our clients, for help in raising money for animals in need. Every little bit helps, so there is no such thing as a donation too small. For every donation of at least $1.00, we will display a personalized paw print reflecting the name of the donor or their pet. While supplies last, those who donate $10.00 or more will receive a PetMate Fresh Flow Water Fountain to show our appreciation.

If you would like to give a donation to an animal in need, please visit our front desk. Thank you for your support!

** Funds will be allocated after approval on a case-by-case basis, and only if funds are available.

Upcoming Holiday Hours

rearoad — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:13:18 +0000

Our office hours for the upcoming winter holidays are as follows:

Thanksgiving 2011

Thursday, November 24th: CLOSED
Friday, November 25th: Resume normal business hours at 7:00am

Christmas 2011

Saturday, December 24th: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday, December 25th: CLOSED
Monday, December 26th: CLOSED
Tuesday, December 27th: Resume normal buliness hours at 7:00am

New Years 2012

We will be operating on normal business hours through the New Years Holiday.

Sunday, January 1st: CLOSED
Monday, January 2nd: Resume normal business hours at 7:00am

If you find yourself in need of veterinary care during these times, please refer to our Emergencies page for information on 24 hour facilities.

Continuing Our Education in 2011

rearoad — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:57:31 +0000

In October, Dr. Blair Smith attended the SCAV Lowcountry Veterinary Conference in historic Charleston, South Carolina. Over 100 hours of continuing education were available during this 4 day event. Some noteworthy topics included Neurology, Dermatology, Arthritis Pain Management, and Kidney Disease.

Fall 2011 Customer Appreciation Day

rearoad — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:41:36 +0000

Thanks to everyone who came to our Annual Client Appreciation Day and made it such a success! Please visit the Events page to see all of our lucky contest winners, as well as some great photographs from the day!

UPDATE: Kittens have all found their forever homes!

rearoad — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 18:18:31 +0000

Four male kittens were recently found and brought into our clinic. They were approximately 6 weeks old at the time of the above photograph, and they are still full of spunk! All four of them have since found homes. Thanks to everyone who spread the word about them, and a very special thank you to the wonderful clients who will provide these kittens with the loving homes that they deserve.

Dental Savings

rearoad — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 20:57:18 +0000

If your veterinarian recommends a dental cleaning for your pet during your appointment, make sure to schedule it at check-out!

In an effort to save you some money and promote dental health awareness, we are offering a discount on a standard dental cleaning package if the procedure is done within 30 days of the recommendation.

Purina is offering a $50 mail-in-rebate with the purchase of a bag of DH (Dental Health diet) in conjunction with a dental procedure. This promotion is only available on our standard dental package and will be ending on December 31st, 2011.

Continuing Our Education in 2009

Admin — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:32:41 +0000

Dr. Jennifer Bryant attended the Southeast Veterinary Conference in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina from June 16-20 and took courses on endocrinology, emergency medicine and internal medicine.

Dr. Blair Smith and Dr. Allan Dozier attended a conference presented by the International Association of Fly Fishing Veterinarians in Islamorada, Florida from September 26 to October 2. The weeklong conference was intensively focused on dentistry.