Kerr County Veterinary Hospital PA

Dr. Cardwell,

When Boardin was diagnosed with her osteosarcoma nine months ago we were at a loss. She was not mobile due to her back, leg and all the meds she was on. We had no idea that seeing you would change Boardin's prognosis from poor to nine more months of life!

When you offered to stay after hours for Boardin's first appointment before you left town for two weeks we thought you were a very special person. Not everyone would have cared so much to do that. Had Boardin not gotten to see you that day we don't know that her prognosis would have been any better than bleak.

Your treatment plan for Boardin was amazing. She immediately improved and was able to enjoy a good quality of life for the next nine months. Your willingness to do the pamidronate treatment was the difference in keeping the cancer at bay. Boardin got such a benefit from it for her front leg and her back mobility. Had she not gotten that we know she wouldn't have lived so long after her diagnosis.

You treated Boardin as a whole, not just her cancer leg, and that is what gave her the quality of life she enjoyed for so much longer than we expected. Your redirecting her pain path and giving her the right amount of pain control made all of the difference for her.

You have put together such a wonderful team. Jarred and Donna at the desk are great people who are allowed to be themselves and to go above and beyond because you do. It was reflected in how everyone treated Boardin and us. You, Jarred, Donna, Dr. Vanicek and all are so very special and we cannot thank you enough for doing all that you did for her and us. Everyone went out of their way to help extend Boardin's quality of life and the time we got to keep her with us.

Thank you for all the time and life changing care you gave Boardin. We truly appreciate all that you did that gave us more time with her. May God greatly bless you and your family!

Love,
Lynda, Bill, Boardin, Rizzy & Barley

I have been with this Vet since early 2009, My experience is always pleasant, informative and cost effective. Not once have I ever questioned whether I should find alternative care elsewhere. I currently have under their care My two dogs and one cat. Very very happy with the entire staff. Thank you