Cherokee Trail Veterinary Hospital

09/04/2026

We’re excited to share some wonderful news with our Cherokee Trail family! 🐾❤️
We have been nominated for Best Primary Vet Clinic, and Dr. Keisler has been nominated for Best Primary Vet in the Best of Columbia!
These nominations mean so much to our entire team because they come from the community we are honored to serve every day. Our goal has always been to provide compassionate, high-quality care for your four-legged family members, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued trust in us. If you have a moment, we would be incredibly grateful for your vote!
🗳️ Voting is OPEN NOW through October 13th!

Welcome to our 2027 Best of Columbia Ballot! You’ve nominated and now it’s time to vote! Please choose the names…

09/03/2026

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09/02/2026

We want to remind you that we are Closed Monday, Sept 7th for Labor Day. If your pet needs their prescriptions refilled please call ahead 803-359-6611 or request via our PetDesk app.

09/01/2026

Let's talk Laser!
The laser is a very important part of our rehab program. Laser therapy is a painless, non-invasive treatment using specific light waves to reduce pain, decrease inflammation and accelerate tissue repair. Our class IV laser is great for post-surgical recovery, ligament & tendon injuries, skin wounds, back & joint pain and arthritis.
PLUS - Our patients get to wear the coolest glasses!😎

08/31/2026

🎡 The wheel has landed on #10 – the Bulldog! 🐾
With their wrinkly faces, pushed-in noses, signature underbite, and unmistakable waddle, you simply can't mistake a Bulldog! 😍Bulldogs may look tough, but these lovable bruisers are known for being friendly, loyal, courageous, and surprisingly cuddly. They adapt well to just about any home and are perfectly happy curling up with their favorite people, whether they actually fit in your lap or not! 😂
They may enjoy taking it easy, but Bulldogs still need regular moderate exercise and a healthy diet to stay fit. And when summer heats up, these short-nosed pups are happiest relaxing somewhere cool and comfortable. ☀️❄️
📸 Now it's your turn!
Do you have a Bulldog or Bulldog mix? Drop a picture in the comments and show us those adorable wrinkles, underbites, and big personalities!Let's see those #10 Bulldogs! 🐶

08/29/2026

The smells may be questionable, but the pets are pretty cute!!❤️🐶🐱

08/27/2026

iykyk vet med edition 🐾🫠

08/25/2026

We know pet owners can get pretty creative when naming their furry family members... and we are HERE for it! 😂Some of our favorite types of pet names:
🌮 Taco 🥔 Tater Tot 🧈 Butterbean 🦖 Rex 👑 Sir Barks-a-Lot 🍗 Nugget 🧦 Socks 🥓 Bacon 🧇 Waffles 🍪 Biscuit 🧚 Sprite
Now we want to hear yours! Tell us your pet's name and the story behind it. Bonus points for a photo! 📸🐾
We'll go first: 🐶 Tenshi means "Angel" in Japanese... 😇
Let's just say Tenshi didn't get the memo. Between the selective hearing, the questionable life choices, and the occasional chaos, "angelic" might not be the first word we'd use. 😂❤️
Who has: ✅ The funniest pet name? ✅ The most unusual pet name? ✅ The most fitting pet name? Let's see them!

08/24/2026

🎡 The wheel has landed on #16 – the Pembroke Welsh Corgi! 🐾
Short legs, BIG personality! The Pembroke Welsh Corgi may be small, but this lively little herding dog is strong, athletic, intelligent, and surprisingly quick. Originally bred to move cattle, Corgis are confident, independent, and always ready for a little adventure. They're affectionate without being overly needy, love playing with their people, and make surprisingly good watchdogs thanks to their alert nature and big-dog bark! 📣🐶And let's be honest… those little legs and fluffy butts make them pretty hard to resist! 🍑❤️
📸 Now it's your turn!
Do you have a Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Corgi mix? Drop a picture in the comments and show us your favorite little herder!
We can't wait to see those ears, smiles, and wiggle-butts! 🐾💕

08/21/2026

Did you know? 💊 Medications that help people can seriously harm pets. Ibuprofen, acetaminophen, ADHD medications, sleep aids, and cold medicines are common dangers. Keep all medications out of reach and call your veterinarian immediately if your pet is exposed.
🐾 Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661
🐾 ASPCA Animal Poison Control: 888-426-4435
🐾 Cherokee Trail Veterinary Hospital 803-359-6611