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As animal lovers, we only want the best for our pets, and that includes the food and treats that they eat! Who wants to feed their furbabies treats that have a mile-long ingredient list full of words that can’t be…

Here at IVC, we’re always receiving kittens that need to be adopted or are asked to help spread the word for kittens that are searching for their furever homes. We love sending each little kitten off to amazing new families,…

Did you know that ticks can survive and thrive in temperatures as low as 35 degrees? It may be hot out now, but even when the weather gets cold in the south our temperatures are usually higher than 35 degrees.…

With summer Carolina days easily exceeding 90 degrees, and let’s not forget the humidity too, dehydration and overheating are two subjects that should always be on your mind. Regardless of activity level, when temperatures are this high, we are bound to feel…

At some point throughout your life, you’ve most likely owned, known, or encountered an anxious or skittish dog. Some simply shy away from your touch, others develop fear aggression, but the spectrum of anxious and skittish behaviors ranges far and…

The 4th of July: An amazing day to honor America and our freedom with friends, family, and furbabies! Whether it be hosting a party and grilling, heading out into nature for an adventure, attending a parade and fireworks, or just…

Acupuncture, a form of Chinese medicine, is the insertion of needles into specific points on the body to produce a healing response. More commonly thought of as a way to treat human ailments, acupuncture is also used alone or in…

While Lyme Disease is usually the main illness concern of pet owners, especially those that live in areas with a high tick population, many people are not aware of another disease that can be just as detrimental to both the…

After a long winter and some of that Carolinian snow, Spring is finally in full swing! The trees are in bloom, the flowers are growing, the warm sun is shining, and everyone is making their way outside again. When we…

Easter is such a fun, colorful and happy holiday filled with family, friends, and sunshine! There’s egg decorating, egg hunts, Easter basket searches, and lots of tasty treats and food. While you’re out and about enjoying the day with your…