Routine Pet Care: Why Regular Checkups Matter for Your Pet’s Long-Term HealthRoutine veterinary care is one of the most important ways to ensure your pet lives a long, healthy, and comfortable life. Even if your pet seems perfectly healthy, annual (or biannual) checkups allow us to catch issues early, maintain preventive protection, and monitor your [...]

Pet Allergies: Why Your Pet Might Still Be Itchy in November While the Lowcountry’s mild autumn weather is something we all enjoy, it can also bring an unexpected challenge for our pets: persistent allergies. Even after summer fades, many dogs and cats in Mount Pleasant continue to itch, lick, or scratch due to ongoing [...]

Veterinary Technicians: Celebrating the Heart of Pet Care Every October, we take a moment to honor the people who keep our clinics running, our pets safe, and our clients supported: our veterinary technicians. This year, National Veterinary Technician Week (NVTW) falls from October 12th through the 18th.  At Shuler Veterinary Clinic, we know that [...]

Urgent Pet Care vs. Emergency: How to Know Where to Turn in Mt. Pleasant When your pet isn’t feeling well, every moment matters. But not every situation requires a late-night trip to the emergency hospital—sometimes, urgent pet care is the right choice. At Shuler Veterinary Clinic, we help pet parents in Mt. Pleasant navigate [...]

Cat and Dog Anxiety: How to Help Pets Adjust to the Back-to-School Routine Summer is full of long walks, playtime, and quality time with the whole family—but when school starts back up in the fall, the sudden shift in routine can be tough on your pets. At Shuler Veterinary Clinic, we see it every [...]

Dog Heatstroke: What Every Lowcountry Dog Owner Needs to Know The Lowcountry is known for its sunny skies and steamy summers—but while we may enjoy the heat, it can be extremely dangerous for our pets. Dog heatstroke is a life-threatening emergency that can develop quickly and escalate even faster. At Shuler Veterinary Clinic in [...]

Anesthesia Dental Care for Pets: Why It’s Safer & More Effective Than You ThiAnesthesia Dental Care for Pets: Why It’s Safer & More Effective Than You Think Does your dog or cat need a dental cleaning—but you're nervous about the anesthesia? You're not alone. Many pet owners hesitate when they hear the words "anesthesia [...]

Arthritis in Dogs and Cats: Know the Signs and Symptoms Have you noticed your pet moving a little slower or hesitating to jump on the couch lately? Arthritis in dogs and cats is more common than most pet owners realize—especially as pets age. At Shuler Veterinary Clinic, we regularly help pets manage this condition [...]

Fleas on Dogs & Cats: Why Year-Round Prevention Is Essential Did you know that fleas on dogs and cats are a year-round issue, particularly here in the lowcountry? These tiny pests aren’t just a nuisance. They can cause serious health issues for your pet. Fleas don’t just make your pet itchy. They also can [...]

Can Dogs Eat Chocolate? Here's What You Should Know! As a pet owner, you might wonder, "Can dogs eat chocolate?" Despite the fact that most dogs love sweets, the answer is a resounding “No.” Chocolate contains substances that are toxic to dogs and can lead to severe health issues. At Shuler Veterinary Clinic in [...]