Care-A-Van
4.7(405)1275 Bower Pkwy, Columbia, SC
“This is the first time I have used the Care-A-Van at this location and the experience was amazing, the wait was minimal, staff was helpful and…”
CVETS is a 24-hour emergency and specialty animal hospital in Columbia, SC, with an urgent care location in West Columbia for non-critical conditions. The hospital is owned by Mike and Tracy Schlicksup and is staffed 24/7/365.
From cvets.net, checked October 2026. Confirm the current menu and prices with CVETS - Columbia Veterinary Emergency Trauma and Specialty.
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
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| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
CVETS - Columbia Veterinary Emergency Trauma and Specialty is based at 1321 Oakcrest Dr, Columbia, SC 29223. Mobile providers usually travel 10 to 25 miles from their base.
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Outstanding establishment for emergency care for your fur babies! Our sweet Boxer had to be euthanized due to a condition he had been struggling with for about 8 months. The entire staff from front desk, vet tech’s & doctors were absolutely amazing. Very understanding, prompt & caring! We hope to not have to revisit them but certainly will if need be! Thank you for being there in one of our darkest days 💕
My 7 year old English bulldog passed away from a seizure. I couldn’t get ahold of my vet so I called this place and they were very helpful. Unfortunately before I could get my dog ready to go, he’d already passed away. It was late at night and I was devastated, not thinking straight and wondering what I was going to do. They suggested I bring him anyways and they would make arrangements to have him cremated. When I got there they couldn’t have been more sympathetic to me or my dog who’d just died, they really cared and it made me feel so much better. Even when they wheeled him inside on the gurney and I had to say goodbye to my friend for the final time, they couldn’t have been more caring. I cried the whole way home but they have no clue how much their kindness meant to me.
So compassionate and wonderful during a most difficult time. We adopted a senior hospice dog who was very sick. He had multiple issues and we had to make the hard decision to humanely euthanize him. They were so kind and it was a peaceful ending for this guy who had been suffering. Thank you for helping Hugo cross over without pain. 💔
We had to take our cat Chase here last night after fearing he had a urinary blockage, another one to be exact. He had one 4 years ago so we knew what signs to look for and when I noticed that his pee spots weren't as much as they typically are for him, we called his regular vet for advice and they suggested we take him to CVets so we took him right in. We only waited about an hour before they took him back to look him over, to which they found no blockage! Yay! Dr. Powalie was so sweet and patient while we talked everything over about Chase; what they found, what they could do for him and what they suggest for the future. Overall, the visit was well below what we expected to pay and we're so grateful they he didn't need any procedures done. The facility is gorgeous, very welcoming and cozy, the staff at the front desk were wonderful, easy access to bathrooms and there's even coffee and snacks available in the lobby! I know that no one wants to have their furbabies taken to an ER Vet, but rest assured that your babies are in such goods hands with the staff here! Thank you CVets! 😊🐾
Imagine just moving here with precious Bulldog of 5 years, and suddenly needing a serious work up on her. Our vet at Sandhill referred us to CVETS. The news wasn't good. In fact it was horrific. I've shared my life with many, many, many pets over my 62 years. Saying goodbye is never easy, but it's the last selfless gift that we give to our fur babies. So thankful and appreciative of not only their quick and accurate diagnosis, but their sincere kindness and support during this very difficult time. The entire staff was absolutely wonderful. Can't say enough great things about them.
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1275 Bower Pkwy, Columbia, SC
“This is the first time I have used the Care-A-Van at this location and the experience was amazing, the wait was minimal, staff was helpful and…”
7001 St Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC
“Our farm animals LOVE Dr. Clarkson, and Charles!! Charles always has a greeting hug, and our animals receive great care and treatment..whether it's…”
3924 Fernandina Rd, Columbia, SC
“Absolutely LOVED everyone here. I’ve had to come twice here in the last few months and have had always had a wonderful experience. This recent time…”
2116 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC
“I've always liked and appreciated Pet Med Mobile, but the service has really deteriorated. I'm not even sure if they still service the Fort Mill/Rock…”