Charleston Harbor Veterinarians

Charleston Veterinarians | 280 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, SC 29403

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Our Team

Dr. Christa Kahuda – Owner / Medical Director

Dr. Kahuda

Lots of kids grow up wanting to be a vet.  Dr. Kahuda wasn’t one of them!  It wasn’t that she didn’t love animals, she just never really thought about it.  So she went to college, became a math major and only later realized it wasn’t the career path for her.  However, she learned she had a passion for problem solving, teaching…and animals.  Put that together and naturally you get “Veterinarian”!  Along with her husband Brent, they realized that she needed to…Continue Reading

go back to school to pursue this new dream.  High school algebra teacher by day, organic chemistry student by night for 2 years then 4 more years at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (at Virginia Tech) and she finally got it right!  Now, over a decade after graduating from vet school, she couldn’t imagine herself doing anything different.

    • What she loves about veterinary medicine: “The animals – and their people!  I love getting to know owners and teaching them ways to keep their pets healthy.  Many people don’t realize that I have two clients – the pet… and its owner.”
    • When not at the clinic you’ll find her: “Playing at the beach!”
    • Best things about working and living in Charleston: “The outdoors – even when at work you can pop outside for a break and enjoy the fabulous weather, scenery, and history.  It grounds you.”
    • What makes CHV different: “We are constantly seeking alternatives to make the experience better – so that a visit to the veterinarian isn’t a dreaded event!”
    • Something she’s learned about practicing medicine: “The owner knows the pet better than blood work, radiographs, and sometimes even a physical exam.  My goal is to listen to and to never negate the gut instinct of a pet owner.”

Brent Kahuda – Owner / Practice Manager

Back when Brent and the now Dr. Kahuda were newlyweds living outside of Blacksburg, VA, he had a lot of time to consider his own career while she was studying 20 hours a day/7 days a week.  It was then that the dream of practice ownership took hold for him with the vision of combining…Continue Reading

his business management degree along with his wife’s veterinary career.  It didn’t happen overnight, but in 2014 they were able to establish Charleston Harbor Veterinarians as co-owners, while he continued his work with a digital marketing agency.  With the business growing, in 2019 he was able to fully transition his efforts to the veterinary clinic and the day to day operations of the clinic.  Today, you are likely to see him at CHV taking out the trash, pretending to be an IT expert, cutting the grass, sitting at a computer doing finances and HR, fixing something that is broken or being called to help out with holding the larger or more feisty patients…all of the glamorous elements of his dream of being a practice owner!

Dr. April McCaskill – Associate Veterinarian

Dr. McCaskill joined Charleston Harbor Veterinarians in September 2019 and has previously worked extensively throughout the Charleston area.  We are thrilled to have Dr. McCaskill at CHV full time as she brings a wealth of experience, loyal and loving clients that have worked with her for years and excellent skills as a veterinary surgeon.  You’ll find her at CHV Monday’s and Tuesday’s from 8am-5:30pm and Wednesday’s and Fridays from 8am-2pm.


Dr. Beth Coco – Associate Veterinarian

Dr. Coco joined Charleston Harbor Veterinarians in January of 2021.  She and Dr. Kahuda were in the same graduating class at Virginia Tech in 2008 and now have the opportunity to collaborate at CHV.  Dr. Coco can remember always wanting to be a veterinarian.  She was thrilled when she found out that…Continue Reading

she loved science as much as she did animals, and she could make this dream come true.  After attending College of Charleston, she headed to Virginia Tech for vet school. She moved around for several years before settling back in Charleston.

  • What she loves about veterinary medicine: “Forming relationships with pets and their owners is definitely one of my favorite things about veterinary medicine. I also love that every day is different, and there is always something to learn.”
  • When not at the clinic you find her: “Spending time outdoors, with family and friends and reading.”
  • Best thing about living and working in Charleston: “I love being near the water and you can always find something to do in Charleston.”
  • What makes CHV different: “The team really focuses on making the visit low stress for the pets, while they receive excellent medical care that is tailored to that particular patient.”
  • Something she’s learned about practicing medicine: “Education and communication are so important to help guide owners to the decisions or treatment that is right for them and their pet.”

Tara M. – Veterinary Technician

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Tara is from all over! She grew up on the west coast, but moved to Maryland in high school.  In 2016 she graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a B.S. in Marine Science. After doing 4 month internships at Mote Marine Lab’s Sea Turtle Hospital and…Continue Reading

the Zoo Hospital of the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, she decided the veterinary field was for her! She’s currently in her last year of Veterinary Technology School to become a licensed veterinary technician.

  • What she loves about veterinary medicine: “Getting to see and interact with cute animals all day, everyday! I love being able to help animals feel better; my wish is that every animal gets to enjoy a long and healthy life.”
  • When not at the clinic you find her: “At the beach or traveling (to somewhere with a beach).”
  • Best thing about living and working in Charleston:  “Charleston is such a cool city, there is so much to do.  I love living downtown and being able to walk to work.”
  • What makes CHV different: “It looks and feels like home! We really try to make it a positive and low stress experience for the animals and the clients.”
  • Something she’s learned about practicing medicine: “There is always something to learn! No two animals are the same, and each animal should be treated as an individual.”

Cindy H. – Clinic Coordinator

Raised in the suburbs of Cincinnati, Ohio but lived in Sunman, Indiana before moving to Charleston.  I love the weather, the beaches and all the activities they continue to offer.  I enjoyed working in the veterinary care industry for many years before…Continue Reading

moving to the pediatric side of dentistry where I enjoyed using my skills for 14 yrs.  Upon making the transition to Charleston I began my search to return to my first love of veterinary medicine in just the right practice that brought me here today.

  • What she loves about veterinary medicine: “I love the opportunity to help in making each pet experience as positive as possible but also help in educating and comforting their owners.  Each day brings new and challenging situations that allows me to continue to build on my knowledge and experience. “
  • When not at the clinic you find her: “at the beach with my dog, Cooper or with family and friends.  I enjoy gardening indoors and outdoors.  I love to create art with stained glass, re-purposing antiques or designing furniture, it’s my passion.”
  • Best thing about living and working in Charleston:  “I love the weather, the beach, the beautiful architecture, the history and most of all it is pet friendly and I can take my dog just about everywhere with me.”
  • What makes CHV different: “The approach to veterinary care is awesome.  The doctors go above and beyond to understand and treat the needs of each pet.  Not just their physical needs but they try to meet their emotional needs as well.  It is refreshing to work for doctors that care about the whole pet.”
  • Something she’s learned about practicing medicine: “Veterinary medicine is always evolving.  What treatment we use today may not be used in the future.  I love that it forces me to continue challenge myself and to learn something new.   Each animal is treated as an individual, what works for one doesn’t mean it will work for another.  I love being a part of the solution that makes an animal’s life a healthy one.”

Jenn N. – Veterinary Receptionist/Technician

A New Englander at heart but who can say no to the beautiful lowcountry?  My husband and I lived in Connecticut for 30 years then we agreed that scraping ice off of our windshields was not a part of our future! We decided…Continue Reading

to move to the beautiful city of Charleston and we are so glad we did! This stunning city is rich in culture, beautiful beaches, delicious food and plenty of southern comfort to make you feel right at home!

  • What she loves about veterinary medicine: “Every day is a new adventure. It’s an opportunity to share my knowledge with others but alsoto grow and learn myself. I look forward to meeting new fur babies and their pet parents, and getting to catch up with old ones.”
  • When not at the clinic you’ll find her: “Hiking and exploring the local wildlife, kayaking down Shem Creek, or snuggling up with a good book and my four fur babies.”
  • What makes CHV different: Our team is so thoughtful and compassionate. We care for every fur baby (and their pet parent!) with the level of kindness, patience and love that we would give our own pets. We understand firsthand how stressful vet visits can be for our clients as well as our patients. So we truly strive to make vet visits a positive, low stress experience with lots of hugs and praise and cookies too!

Annie V. – Veterinary Technician

Annie has been in Charleston since 2002 and attended the College of Charleston prior to Trident Tech for her Vet Tech degree.  She has been with us at CHV since 2018 and takes on a variety of roles at the clinic.  If your pet is here for surgery, Annie may be your surgery nurse helping to monitor the patient under anesthesia, help them in recovery and explain discharge instructions to you at pick up. Continue Reading

When not in surgery though you’ll see her handling all varieties of appointments on top of being considered the local expert with anal gland expressions! If you see her at the clinic, she’ll appreciate sharing a laugh over a good joke and always has a good sense of humor.  When she’s not at CHV she’s probably hanging out with her daughter and husband or out enjoying a nice glass of rose!

 


Kristina B. – Receptionist


Erin M. – Licensed Veterinary Technician


Heather W. – Veterinary Technician


Logan W. – Veterinary Technician


Jocelyn M. – Veterinary Technician


Sara R. – Veterinary Technician Assistant


Siri W. – Veterinary Technician Assistant


Brittany K. – Assistant

Brittany is working hard to build a career in veterinary medicine splitting her time between her studies towards a vet tech certification, volunteering at a horse rescue farm and working part time here…Continue Reading

at CHV as an assistant getting hands on experience and mentorship! She is originally from Clearwater, FL and is one of five siblings including being a triplet! She has a special passion for animals and has always dreamed of becoming a vet.  Her current pets include a boxer named Molly and a Maltipoo named Daisy.  When she’s not pursuing her veterinary career you might find her playing soccer (she used to play in college), drawing (animals, of course) or doing yoga handstands.


Kate D. – College Assistant


Eva P. – College Assistant


Emily K. – College Assistant

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Charleston Harbor Veterinarians

280 Rutledge Ave
Charleston SC 29403

(843)410-8290
CHVteam@CharlestonVets.com

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