Our Services

General Services

• Animal Behavioral Counseling

  Behavior Problems are not uncommon.  Behavior problems are often complex and may be the cause of environmental or medical problems.  Behavior problems are the number one reason pets are released to animal shelters and even euthanized.  Let Dr. Randy and the team here at Waccamaw Regional Veterinary Center help determine the cause of such disorders and then develop a treatment regimen for you and your pet. Some Symptoms may include: -Trembling     - Separation Anxiety   - Anxiety    - Hiding  - Excessive Vocalization - Vertical Scratching    - Excessive Grooming   - Aggressiveness   - Uncontrolled urination or bowel movement   - Fear of Noises  - Excessive Shyness   - Urine Marking  - Fear of Traveling   - Destructive Behavior

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• Bathing- Spa Services

  Treat your pet to a luxurious Spa Day. Our Spa includes a special, cleansing bath that removes dirt, debris and that doggie pet odor; Nail Trim; Ears Cleaned and Anal Glands expressed.  If scratching is a problem, our medicated baths contain soothing agents that help stop the itching. Call us today to schedule your pet to be dropped off for a Spa Day.  Your pet will feel refreshed and revitalized.

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• Boarding

  Thank you for your interest in our Camp Waccamaw boarding area. We offer camp here for our patients only.  If you are not a client here, we can allow your pet to stay at camp after Dr. Randy has performed a complete physical on your pet and we have confirmed all vaccine requirements have been met. We walk and exercise each dog outside (in our fenced-in courtyard) at least 3 times a day. The big dogs are kept in large runs and we have medium cages for the smaller dogs and cats. Our cages and runs are all strickly indoor and this provides a climate controlled environment.  We feed Science Diet Adult dry maintenance to Cats boarding and we feed Science Diet Sensitive Stomach Adult dry maintenance to our dogs boarding here unless you bring in your pet's own food. Which we do recommend if your pet eats anything other than Science Diet Maintenance foods. We also offer bathing at a discounted price so your pet can come home smelling great. Our fees are the following:  Cats- $7.33 a night   Dogs- $22.58 a night If you have any questions, or would like to schedule a reservation, please call us at 843-248-2752.

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• Day Care

  Is your pet unhappy or lonely while you're at work? Give your companion the personal attention he or she deserves throughout the day. We offer the same TLC and playtime offered to our longer-term guests.

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• Professional Dental Care

  "Tennis Balls.....Squeaky Toys......I've had everything in my mouth but a toothbrush" Your pet's teeth need check ups too.  Routine dental care can add 3-5 years to your pets life.  Almost 80% of all pets have some form of dental disease by the age of 3. Regular professional cleaning is important to maintaining your pet's teeth.  If you are concerned about your pet's oral health, please call us to schedule a dental check up today at 843-248-2752. Chronic infection in the oral cavity can spread harmful bacteria to the bloodstream and throughout a pet's body.  Dental Disease directly contributes to heart, liver and kidney disease.  To help pets live longer lives, Waccamaw Regional Veterinary Center has stepped up the importance of Dental care with professional cleaning and home care for our patients here.  How do pet owners know if their dog or cat  has periodontal disease? Lift your pet's lip up and look or schedule a dental exam with one of our great nurses at NO CHARGE.    We have the most experienced dental facility in this area.  We have a complete array of dental services we can provide to your pet. Our dental cleanings include the following: -Each individual tooth will be examined -All gum pockets will be probed and dental pockets are measured and mapped. -Ultrasonic scaling above and below the gumline will be performed- this debris often goes unnoticed yet is a primary element of periodontal disease. -Polishing to smooth your pet's teeth will be completed to help make teeth more resistant to plaque buildup. -Irrigation treatment with a special solution will be applied around the gumline to  remove plaque from around teeth. -Fluoride treatment will be performed at the end of the procedure to help strengthen the enamel and decrease tooth sensitivity. -Pediatric Anesthesia is used (safest for our furry friends) -IV Catheter and Fluid Therapy while under anesthesia -Pain Management if needed -Dental Home Care plan and supplies to help you prolong the time your pet will need a professional dental cleaning again

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• Wellness Care and Immunization

  We believe preventative medicine is the best medicine.  Here at Waccamaw Regional Veterinary Center your pet getting a wellness examination is the best thing you can do to help your pet live a longer, healthier life.  We strive to prevent illness whenever possible. The time and effort invested in Wellness programs has rewards for both pets and owners. Regular routine wellness examinations (every 6 months) are the key to keeping your pet healthy.  Our Wellness programs are designed specifically for your pet's needs and include: A complete Comprehensive physical exam which includes a thorough examination of your pet's fur coat, skin, legs, paws, eyes and ears, nose and throat, mouth, teeth, gums, heart and lungs, abdomen, gastrointestinal and uro-genital systems; internal parasite testing and deworming; heartworm testing and preventatives; flea/tick control and a vaccination program specifically designed for your pet's lifestyle; spay and neuter packages; and specialized vital organ screening for all life stages. Our Wellness plans are grouped together to provide you with a packaged discount on pricing. This allows us to perform more services for your pet with less out of pocket cost to you.

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• Internal Medicine

  We cover all areas of internal medicine, including: Cardiology; Ophthalmology; Neurology; Dermatology; Gastroenterology; Orthopedic surgery; among others.

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• Laser

  What is Laser Surgery? The miracle of Lasers are now available for your pet.  Traditional surgery with a  scalpel and scissors can bruise or crush tissue.  When we use the laser, only an intense beam of laser light touches your pet, which minimizes the pain, swelling, and bleeding often associated with surgery. How does Laser Surgery work? The laser has the unique ability to vaporize or "erase" tissue.  The laser can be used to make incisions, as well as to erase unhealthy tissue. The laser is so precise that we can selectively remove only a few cells at a time.   The laser seals nerve endings, so patients are much more comfortable after surgery.  Not only does the laser kill any bacteria in its path, it also seals the lymphatics, so there is much less swelling post-operatively. What are the Advantages to Laser Surgery? We are proud to be one of the first veterinary hospitals to provide the many advantages of laser technology to our patients.  Now your pet can benefit from the same properties of a laser that human patients have experienced for over twenty years;  less pain, swelling and discomfort after surgery, and the ability to resume normal activities sooner.  Our practice has made this substantial investment in order to offer you the best possible healthcare for your pet. Lasers replace scalpels in many procedures, and are useful for a wide range of conditions, spaying and neutering surgery,  cyst/ tumor/wart removals, and it is the only way we perform declaw surgery in cats. .

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• Microchipping- permanent identification sytem

  Now you can easily protect your loved ones before it's too late.    What is a Microchip? Its a technology miracle.  It is the professional way to identify your pet and its proven safe and effective.  A tiny microchip that contains a personal, one of a kind identification number distinguishes your pet as a special member of your family. How does a Microchip system work? Every 2 seconds a family pet is lost.  Tragically, most never make it back home because their owners didn't identify them.  Identifying your pet is vital.  With microchipping, your pet can't leave home without his/her identification.  If your lost pet is found by a shelter or a veterinary hospital, they will check him/her for a microchip with a special scanner. When the microchip is located with the scanner, they will call the manufacturer hotline and after a quick search of the database, you,  your veterinarian, or alternate is contacted, and your pet comes home. Lost pets are being found every day.  The microchip is directly responsible for the recovery of thousands of lost pets.   We recommend all puppies and kittens be microchipped as soon as possible.  We include a local sedative to the injection site between the shoulder blades where the microchip is placed.

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• Nutritional Counseling

  A Proper Diet is one of best ways to prevent disease and illness.  Proper diets can help your pet maintain a healthy and happy life. A good diet coupled with exercise can provide proper nutrition to prevent obesity, arthritis, hip problems and heart problems.   Let the Team here help you find the proper nutritional diet for your pet's lifestage.  We have carry Science Diet and Prescription Diets in the hospital and we carry other diets on our online store. Prescription diets can help pets with certain illness to live a longer lives and ALL pets benefit from a balanced diet. Our trained and certified staff is available to help you choose the right diet for your pet to keep him or her happy, healthy and active for as long as possible.

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• Pain Management

  Veterinary patients feel pain and discomfort under the same circumstances as people do.  Let Dr. Randy help ease your pet's discomfort.  Call us to have your pet's pain evaluated.  We know that recognizing and alleviating pain in animals is the essence of good patient care.

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• Pharmacy

  We stock a wide range of the best veterinary medications in the animal healthcare field.  We also have an online store for all your needs which will ship the product to your home as needed.  No need to have to stop at a pharmacy before going home.  We have a completely stocked pharmacy to meet all your pets needs.

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• Digital Radiology

  Digital Xray Equipment has many benefits for you,  your pet, our staff and the environment. The benefits for you: - Xrays can be easily saved to a disk and sent home with you to share - Easy emailed to a specialist for review - Easy to store and transport compared to xray films. The benefits for your pet: -Images can be sent to specialists via email when a faster response time is needed.   This ultimately allows your pet's health care easily collaborate and provide your pet with the best veterinary care possible. -Since fewer radiographs are needed, exposure to radiation is greatly reduced. After the xray has been taken,  the image contrast and density can be manipulated to enhance the quality of the image, and eliminates the need for additonal xrays and costs to you. -Fewer radiographs and no time needed for film development means less time your pet will need to be on the xray table which means less stress for your pet. -Our team can access your pet's radiographs instantly on the computer screen.  This is extremely important in emergency situations. Benefits to our team here: -Less exposure to radiation due to fewer radiographs -More effective methods for taking xrays -Eliminates the need for storage since digital xrays are stored on the computer -Eliminates exposure to toxic chemicals used in developing xray films Benefits to our environment: - There are no need for chemicals to develop the film, and thus no chemicals need to be disposed of which can be toxic to the environment. -There are no xray films, so there is less waste associated with digital xrays.

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• Surgery

  Afraid of Anesthesia?  No need to be here at Waccamaw Vet.  We are all about your pet, their safety and their comfort.  Our years of research and improvements have raised the level of patient care in our community.  This is why we want you to know you can increase your pet's safety and comfort during the procedure and while under anesthesia.  We offer the most advanced surgical techniques and technology. All patients are carefully screened for safety, and anesthetics are specifically tailored to your pet. Surgical services and facilities include:  fully trained veterinary and nursing staff, to ensure the safest, most efficient, state-of-the-art procedures for your pet; heated surgery tables for greater comfort; advanced sterilization techniques; ECG and oxygen saturation monitors; intensive after surgery care. Prior to surgery, your pet receives a complete physical exam to identify any existing medical conditions or illness that might endanger him or her health. We also recommend pre-anesthesia testing to check for any abnormalities internally which can allow us to tailor your pet's anesthetic protocol. During your pet's surgery here at Waccamaw Regional Veterinary  Center, all patients are closely monitored until recovery is complete.  We have the industry's leading surgical monitor available. Our special anesthesia monitoring equipment reads your pet's respiration, electrocardiogram, heart rate, pulse, blood pressure, core body temperature and expires CO2 while under anesthesia.  Your pet will be given anti pain medication before and after all painful procedures and we recommend take home follow-up pain medication treatments to increase your pet's comfort while healing. We also recommend Laser surgery- see benefits of the laser technology under "Laser" Services. We recommend Fluid Therapy while your pet is under anesthesia.  Fluid therapy maintains hydration, replenishing blood or fluid loss, provides electrolytes and nutrients as needed, provides a vehicle for administrating IV medications and maintains blood pressure which is very important. We recommend ECG screening- Electrocardiogram screening allows us to check for irregular heart rhythms which can be common in veterinary medicine.  A single, inexpensive screen can alert the anesthesia team of dangerous heart irregularities before placing your pet under anesthesia. After your pet's surgery your pet will be continuously monitored under fully recovered by our experienced surgical nurses and will keep you in constant contact of his/her recovery.  Almost all surgical patients are fully recovered from anesthesia within a few hours and are able to go home the same day.

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• Ultrasound Available

  Ultrasound is most commonly used to obtain an image of soft tissue. Ultrasound is the most non-invasive diagnostic equipment used for pets. Ultrasound is used extensively for abdominal (kidneys, liver and gallbladder) and thoracic (heart) exams. It is useful to diagnosis pregnancy, as the fetal heartbeats can not be found in early pregnancy.  Other areas, such as the eyes thyroid, breast and testicles can be viewed by ultrasound.  This modern technique provides our staff with "real time" movie of what is happening inside your pet's body. Ultrasound produces a visual map of  the interior of the body and can be critical in diagnostic evaluation for diseases of the heart, liver, lungs, kidney, spleen, gallbladder and other internal organs.

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