James Island Veterinary Hospital

James Island Veterinary Hospital Treating your pets like family. Locally owned, small animal veterinary practice.

08/10/2026

๐Ÿšจ We interrupt your scrolling for an important medical procedure... a CAT Scan. ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿ–จ๏ธ

No fancy equipment neededโ€”just one curious kitten making sure the printer is working properly! ๐Ÿ˜‚

We may have needed to bring out a little Churu treat to convince our tiny patient to stay still for the scan... and we'd say it worked purr-fectly! ๐Ÿ˜ธ

Our official diagnosis? 100% adorable. โค๏ธ

Drop a ๐Ÿพ in the comments if this little "technician" made you smile!

08/07/2026

๐Ÿพ๐ŸŒŸ August Pet of the Month: Penelope ("Penny")! ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿพ

Everyone, meet our adorable August Pet of the Month, Penelope, better known as Penny Peete! ๐Ÿ’™ This 11ยฝ-year-old Miniature Dachshund may be small, but her personality is larger than life.

Penny joined her family after a memorable road trip from Kentucky, where she was picked up in a Bob Evans parking lot after stealing her mom's heart with her one-of-a-kind coloring. It was meant to be from the very beginning. ๐Ÿฅน

When she's happiest, you'll find Penny racing down the beach with her ears flapping in the breeze, soaking up the sunshine, chasing squirrels, supervising everyone from her favorite barstool, or snuggled up on her heating pad. She also loves roughhousing with her little sister, Tilly, and giving endless kisses to everyone she loves. โค๏ธ

Her family says it's impossible to choose just one favorite thing about herโ€”from her adorable cowlicks and chicken-like bark to her sassy attitude and the way she makes sure everyone knows exactly how she's feeling. Penny is full of love, personality, and plenty of opinions!

Penny has also faced more medical challenges than most dogs her age, showing incredible strength and resilience through it all. Despite everything, she's never stopped sharing her love, cuddles, and sweet spirit. Her family feels incredibly lucky to have her and is dedicated to making every day as happy and comfortable as possible.

Congratulations, Penny, on being our August Pet of the Month! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿพ Your story reminds us just how resilient, loving, and unforgettable our pets truly are.

๐Ÿ’™ Help us celebrate Penny by leaving her a congratulatory message in the comments below! โฌ‡๏ธ

08/05/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy 4-Year Anniversary, Hayley! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’™

Today we're celebrating Hayley and her 4-year anniversary as a veterinary technician at James Island Veterinary Hospital! For the past four years, she has provided compassionate care to our patients while being an incredible part of our team.

๐Ÿฆˆ Fun Fact: Hayley loves collecting shark teeth and can often be found hunting for them along the beach!

๐Ÿ„๐Ÿฆ’ Favorite Animal: It's a tie between cows and giraffes!

โค๏ธ Favorite Thing About Working at JIVH:
"My favorite thing about working here is the people. I enjoy being part of a supportive team, and I also appreciate the chance to learn new skills and contribute."

Hayley, thank you for your dedication, kindness, and the positive energy you bring to our hospital each day. We are so grateful to have you on our team and can't wait to see what the years ahead bring!

๐ŸŽŠ Join us in congratulating Hayley on her 4-year anniversary in the comments below! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฑ

  ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ˜ŽHenry stopped by for his annual wellness visit, and it's safe to say he brought plenty of Newfie charm with him! Fro...
07/30/2026

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Henry stopped by for his annual wellness visit, and it's safe to say he brought plenty of Newfie charm with him! From soaking up all the attention to showing off that sweet smile, this gentle giant reminded us why Newfoundlands are known for their big hearts.

Annual wellness exams are one of the best ways to keep your pet happy and healthy. These visits allow us to monitor your pet's overall health, catch concerns early, and make sure they're ready for many more adventures ahead.

๐Ÿ’™ Does your pet have "Big Dog Energy," or are they more of a tiny pet with a giant personality? Tell us in the commentsโ€”we'd love to hear about them (bonus points for photos)! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐Ÿถ

๐Ÿพ Meet Serena! ๐ŸพHow adorable is this little face?! ๐Ÿ’› Serena stopped by for a visit and made herself right at home with Z...
07/24/2026

๐Ÿพ Meet Serena! ๐Ÿพ

How adorable is this little face?! ๐Ÿ’› Serena stopped by for a visit and made herself right at home with Zoe for a quick cuddle session. We think it's safe to say these two stole everyone's hearts today! ๐Ÿฅน๐Ÿถ

Now we need your help...

If you could give Serena one superpower, what would it be? ๐Ÿฆธโ€โ™€๏ธโœจ
๐Ÿพ Super speed?
๐Ÿพ Unlimited treats?
๐Ÿพ The ability to understand humans?
๐Ÿพ Or something totally different?

Drop your answer in the commentsโ€”we can't wait to see your creative ideas! ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿ‘‡

โค๏ธ Don't forget to give Serena some love while you're here!

07/21/2026

When the techs are busy, so the CSR starts explaining the meds like... ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ๐Ÿ‘„๐Ÿ‘๏ธ๐Ÿ’Š

Don't worryโ€”we always make sure you leave with the correct instructions! ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿพ

07/17/2026

๐Ÿพ Welcome to the James Island Vet family, Rosie! ๐Ÿ’™

Rosie recently found her forever home and came to see us for her very first veterinary visit! We know those first experiences can shape how pets feel about the vet for years to come, so we do everything we can to make them positive.

Using our KONG Clinic Kit, Rosie was able to sniff, lick, play, and explore throughout her visit, helping create a fun, engaging, and low-stress experience. By pairing treats, enrichment, and plenty of positive reinforcement, we're helping build confidence and showing Rosie that coming to the vet can be something to look forward to. ๐Ÿฆดโœจ

Here's to many happy, tail-wagging visits ahead! Welcome home, Rosieโ€”we can't wait to watch you grow! ๐Ÿ’•

07/14/2026

POV: When a client specifically asks for you ๐Ÿ˜Ž๐Ÿ’™

It's one of the biggest compliments our team can receive, and it means the world to know the trust our clients place in us. Thank you for letting us be part of your pets' care! ๐Ÿพโœจ

07/10/2026

๐Ÿฉบ Vet Med: This or That! ๐Ÿพ

Time to put your veterinary preferences to the test! ๐Ÿ˜„ Whether you're team coffee or energy drinks, cats or dogs, surgery or appointmentsโ€”we want to know!

๐ŸŽ‰ Congratulations to our July Giveaway Winner! ๐ŸŽ‰Congratulations Jan Sperl! ๐Ÿฅณ Please send us a private message within the...
07/07/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Congratulations to our July Giveaway Winner! ๐ŸŽ‰

Congratulations Jan Sperl! ๐Ÿฅณ Please send us a private message within the next 24 hours to claim your prize.

If we do not hear from you within 24 hours, a new winner will be randomly selected.

Thank you to everyone who entered, and stay tuned for more fun giveaways! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿ’งโ˜€๏ธ JULY GIVEAWAY ALERT! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ’ง

Hydration is key this summer... and we've got just what you need to stay cool! ๐Ÿ˜Ž

This month's giveaway includes:
๐Ÿ’™ Royal Canin insulated tumbler
๐Ÿพ Collapsible travel pet bowl
๐Ÿ–Š๏ธ Trupanion pens
๐ŸŽ‰ Pet-themed stickers & magnet

Whether you're heading to the beach, the park, or your next adventure, this prize pack is perfect for both you and your pet! ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿถ

How to Enter:
๐Ÿ’™ Like this post
๐Ÿ’™ Follow our page
๐Ÿ’™ Comment below with your pet's favorite way to beat the summer heat! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿพ
๐Ÿ’™ Share this post for an extra entry! (Be sure your share is public so we can see it.)

๐Ÿ“… Winner will be announced at the end of July. Good luck!

Address

756 Folly Road
Charleston, SC
29412

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 10pm
Tuesday 7am - 10pm
Wednesday 7am - 10pm
Thursday 7am - 10pm
Friday 7am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 10pm

Telephone

(843) 795-5295

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