Sick Pet Care & Diagnostics
Prompt, Compassionate Care When Your Pet Isn't Feeling Their Best
When your pet is sick or acting differently, it can be stressful — especially when they can’t tell you what’s wrong.
At Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital, we provide thorough illness care and diagnostic services for dogs and cats in Columbia, SC, helping you get answers quickly and start treatment without delay.
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Whether your pet has a sudden issue like vomiting, diarrhea, or coughing, or you’ve noticed more subtle changes in behavior or appetite, we’re here to help with attentive, experienced care.
Common Symptoms We Treat
If you're seeing any of the following, it's a good idea to schedule an exam:
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Vomiting or diarrhea
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Coughing or sneezing
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Loss of appetite or weight
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Lethargy or unusual behavior
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Excessive itching or licking
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Ear shaking, head tilting, or ear discharge
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Increased thirst or urination
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Sudden limping or signs of pain​
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Even mild symptoms can be signs of something more serious – especially if they persist. Don't wait and wonder – we're just a phone call away.
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Call (803) 400-6696 to schedule an appointment today.
Our In-House Diagnostic Capabilities
We offer a range of in-house diagnostics that allow us to evaluate your pet quickly and accurately:
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Physical exams with hands-on assessment and medical history review
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Blood work and lab testing, including CBC, chemistry panels, and urinalysis
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Digital X-rays to examine bones, joints, and internal organs
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Fecal testing for parasites or digestive abnormalities
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Ear and skin cytology for infections and allergies
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FeLV & FIV testing (for cats)
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If your pet needs additional testing, we also partner with trusted external labs for advanced diagnostics with fast turnaround times.
A Thoughtful, Low-Stress Approach To Sick Pet Visits
Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital is proud to be a locally owned veterinary clinic in Columbia, SC — and that means we take the time to listen, explain, and partner with you when your pet is sick.
We don’t rush visits or push unnecessary testing.
Instead, we guide you through what we see, what we recommend, and why — so you can make confident decisions for your pet’s care.
Watch Your Pet's Exam In Real Time
We understand how stressful it can be to hand your pet over and wait without knowing what’s happening.
That’s why we offer a unique iPad livestream of our treatment room — allowing you to watch your pet’s appointment in real time from the comfort of your exam room.
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You’ll see how we interact with your dog or cat, how calmly we conduct exams, and how thoroughly we explain each step of care.
It’s just one more way we provide peace of mind, transparency, and an experience you won’t find at most veterinary clinics.
Whether your pet is in for a sick visit or a routine checkup, you’ll stay connected — because trust matters, and we want you to feel informed and confident every step of the way.
Schedule An Appointment
If your pet isn’t acting like themselves, don’t wait. We offer same-day and next-day sick visits whenever possible, and we’ll do everything we can to make your pet comfortable and get to the root of the issue quickly.
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Call us at (803) 400-6696 today or book online.