Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in West Columbia, SC
Van Crest Animal Hospital & Boarding has served West Columbia, SC, and surrounding areas since 2003 with compassionate veterinary care. Our husband-and-wife veterinary team brings decades of combined experience in internal medicine, surgery, and geriatric care. We prioritize preventative care through wellness plans while offering advanced diagnostics, surgical interventions, and emergency services.Our facility maintains rigorous hygiene standards for boarding and outpatient care, supported by a staff trained in modern veterinary techniques. With a focus on client education and personalized treatment plans, we treat every pet as if they were our own family members.
Services
Wellness Care
Emergency Services
Surgical Procedures
Diagnostic Testing
Pet Boarding
Dental Care
Grooming Services
Vaccinations
Microchipping
Allergy Testing
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Serving the community for over 18 years with veterinary expertise
- Compassionate care from a husband-and-wife veterinary team
- Comprehensive services from wellness exams to surgical procedures
- 24/7 emergency care availability for urgent pet needs
- Modern facilities with advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment
What people say
Took really good care
Knowledgeable staff
Professional, caring
Wonderful doctors
Best veterinary team
Services
Wellness Care
Our wellness programs include comprehensive exams, vaccination schedules, and senior pet monitoring. We emphasize early disease detection through blood work and parasite prevention. Tailored wellness plans help manage pet healthcare costs while maintaining optimal health through regular veterinary checkups.
Emergency Care
Available for acute illnesses and injuries, our emergency services handle trauma, infections, and chronic condition flare-ups. We provide immediate diagnostics, pain management, and stabilization for critical cases during regular business hours.
Surgical Procedures
We perform spay/neuter operations, soft tissue surgeries, and orthopedic procedures using sterile techniques. Our surgical team specializes in ACL repairs, fracture treatments, and mass removals with post-operative pain management protocols.
Diagnostic Testing
Advanced diagnostic capabilities include digital radiology, ultrasound imaging, and in-house lab work. We conduct blood panels, urinalysis, and parasitic screenings to support accurate treatment planning for complex medical conditions.
Pet Boarding
Our boarding facility provides secure, clean accommodations for pets when owners travel. Trained staff monitor boarded animals daily, following specific feeding instructions while maintaining regular health checks throughout their stay.
People
Dr. Candra Smith Chambers
Veterinarian/Owner
Graduate of Tuskegee University's College of Veterinary Medicine with special interests in internal medicine and geriatrics. Practicing since 2003, she emphasizes compassionate care and client education while managing chronic pet conditions.
Dr. Nick Chambers
Veterinarian/Owner
Tuskegee University veterinary graduate specializing in surgery and internal medicine. Active in community outreach, he combines clinical practice with ministry work while maintaining memberships in multiple professional veterinary associations.
Questions
What wellness plan options do you offer?
We provide four monthly wellness plans covering preventative care for puppies, adult dogs, kittens, and adult cats at rates between $29.50-$34.50 monthly.
Do you handle emergency veterinary cases?
Yes, we treat urgent medical conditions and injuries during regular business hours with immediate diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
What surgical procedures are available?
Our surgical services include spay/neuter operations, soft tissue surgeries, orthopedic procedures, and mass removals using modern techniques.
Can I board my pet at your facility?
Yes, we offer secure pet boarding with daily health monitoring and customized care in clean, comfortable accommodations.
How do your diagnostic services benefit my pet?
Advanced diagnostics including digital radiology and in-house lab work enable accurate, timely treatment decisions for complex medical conditions.
