Van Crest

Van Crest "Taking care of God's creatures one day at a time!" We have been serving West Columbia, SC, and the surrounding areas for over 18 years.

We are a full-service veterinary hospital located in West Columbia, SC, that takes pride in our ability to provide careful attention, concern, and expertise when it comes to the medical needs of the pets within our community.

Celebrate National Pet ID Week by giving your furry friends a little extra peace of mind! 🌟 A fresh tag (or updated micr...
04/17/2026

Celebrate National Pet ID Week by giving your furry friends a little extra peace of mind! 🌟 A fresh tag (or updated microchip info) means they’ll find their way back home faster, no matter the adventure. Take a moment today to double check that name, phone number, and any health notes are current. Let’s keep our four legged explorers safe and sound! 🐾

April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month! Is your pet prepared for emergencies? Ensure you have a well-stocked fi...
04/14/2026

April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month! Is your pet prepared for emergencies? Ensure you have a well-stocked first aid kit on hand with essential tools and supplies. Familiarize yourself with how to use them to keep your furry friends safe in emergency situations!

Happy National Hug Your Dog Day! 🐶 Celebrate by giving your furry friend some extra love today. Share a photo of you and...
04/10/2026

Happy National Hug Your Dog Day! 🐶 Celebrate by giving your furry friend some extra love today. Share a photo of you and your pet in the comments! Let’s see those happy faces!

April is Heartworm Awareness Month! 🐶🐱 Keep your furry friends safe and healthy by recognizing the signs of heartworm di...
04/06/2026

April is Heartworm Awareness Month! 🐶🐱 Keep your furry friends safe and healthy by recognizing the signs of heartworm disease.

Common symptoms include:
Dogs: Persistent cough, reluctance to exercise, fatigue, decreased appetite.
Cats: Subtle signs like coughing, asthma-like attacks, or vomiting.

Happy Cuddly Kitten Day to the little fluff balls stealing hearts everywhere. Share your kitten pic in the comments belo...
03/23/2026

Happy Cuddly Kitten Day to the little fluff balls stealing hearts everywhere. Share your kitten pic in the comments below. We want to see all the cuteness!

It’s National Puppy Day! Give your puppies an extra hug and lots of treats today. Celebrating a new pup? Schedule their ...
03/23/2026

It’s National Puppy Day! Give your puppies an extra hug and lots of treats today. Celebrating a new pup? Schedule their first wellness visit with us today — we can’t wait to meet them. 💛

Some of the most dangerous things for pets are hiding in plain sight.Keep chocolate, grapes, xylitol, and other common h...
03/20/2026

Some of the most dangerous things for pets are hiding in plain sight.
Keep chocolate, grapes, xylitol, and other common household foods out of reach — and when in doubt, give us a call.

Lucky, loved, and maybe just a little spoiled. 🍀Wishing you and your pets a St. Patrick’s Day filled with extra belly ru...
03/17/2026

Lucky, loved, and maybe just a little spoiled. 🍀
Wishing you and your pets a St. Patrick’s Day filled with extra belly rubs, a little mischief, and lots of treats!

🌎❄️ Happy International Polar Bear Day! ❄️🌎Today we celebrate one of the world’s most iconic—and vulnerable—species. Pol...
02/27/2026

🌎❄️ Happy International Polar Bear Day! ❄️🌎

Today we celebrate one of the world’s most iconic—and vulnerable—species. Polar bears rely on sea ice for hunting, traveling, and raising their young, making them powerful symbols of the importance of protecting our planet’s climate and ecosystems.

By learning more about these majestic animals and supporting conservation efforts, we can all play a part in helping safeguard their future. 🐾🤍

Let’s honor these incredible creatures and raise awareness for their conservation—every action, big or small, makes a difference.

Did you know most pets show signs of dental disease by age 3?February is Pet Dental Health Month, and it’s the perfect t...
02/26/2026

Did you know most pets show signs of dental disease by age 3?
February is Pet Dental Health Month, and it’s the perfect time to prioritize your pet’s oral health.
Call us to schedule your dental cleaning or exam! 🐾🦷

Some voices roar.Some whisper.Some are never heard at all. 🐾National Justice for Animals Week is for the ones who cannot...
02/25/2026

Some voices roar.
Some whisper.
Some are never heard at all. 🐾

National Justice for Animals Week is for the ones who cannot call for help themselves.

It is a week to shine a steady light on animal cruelty prevention, stronger protection laws, and the everyday choices that keep pets and wildlife safe. Justice for animals is not abstract. It looks like reporting neglect. It looks like supporting shelters. It looks like advocating for humane legislation. It looks like teaching kindness early and often.

Here is how you can take action this week:
🐶 Learn the signs of abuse and neglect
📞 Report suspected cruelty to local authorities
🏡 Support or volunteer with rescue organizations
📣 Advocate for stronger animal protection laws
💙 Model compassion in your own community

Every safe home. Every rescued life. Every prevented case. That is justice in motion.

Let this week be more than awareness. Let it be action.🐾

Tiny surgery. Titanic impact. 🐾✨Today we’re celebrating World Spay Day and the quiet superhero move that saves lives bef...
02/24/2026

Tiny surgery. Titanic impact. 🐾✨

Today we’re celebrating World Spay Day and the quiet superhero move that saves lives before they even begin.

Spaying and neutering:
🐶 Prevents unwanted litters
🐱 Reduces the number of homeless pets
💗 Lowers the risk of certain cancers and infections
🏡 Helps shelters breathe a little easier

It is one appointment that echoes for years. Fewer strays. Fewer overcrowded rescues. More tail wags landing in forever homes instead of waiting rooms.

If you have questions about spaying your pet, talk with your veterinarian. Knowledge is power. Prevention is compassion in action.

Let’s choose responsibility. Let’s choose health. Let’s choose a future where every pet has a place to land.

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1817 Augusta Road
West Columbia, SC
29169

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm

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+18037946550

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