VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge

Columbia, MD

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian Avian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life Boarding Grooming

Accreditations

Aaha Fear Free Cat Friendly

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
On-site parking
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge, we've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives since 1974. We work hard to deliver the best, most compassionate medical care for your pets, and the best experience for you, the pet owner. Located in Columbia, we also serve communities like Ellicott City, Laurel, Elkridge, Clarksville, Hanover, Catonsville, and Baltimore. Our thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best in preventive and healing care. We are a highly educated and skilled team from diverse backgrounds, including bi-lingual veterinarians and technical staff to serve our Spanish speaking community

Mission — We believe in providing the best, most progressive, compassionate veterinary care for our patients while giving our clients an amazing experience. We are your partners in your pet's health and well-being. We want to provide you with the support and information you need to help your pet live a long and healthy life

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
2
Licensed technicians
11
Support staff
18
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyLaser SurgeryUltrasoundEndoscopyCold Laser TherapyTonopenEKGDental X Rays

Services in detail

Cold Laser TherapyDigital RadiologyEKGEndoscopyLaser SurgeryOFA X RayPennHip EvaluationsReproductive ServicesSoft Tissue SurgeryTonopenUltrasoundChiropractic Care
Show all 49 services
Canine and Feline DiabetesPet CounselingNutritional CounselingAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochippingNew Kitten and New Puppy PackagesParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X RaysDentistryEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsHospitalizationIn House EndoscopyIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteInternal MedicinePain ManagementRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and NeutersZooMED Animal Care

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm; Sat - Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

Is VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge is an AAHA-accredited hospital, and also Fear Free and Cat Friendly certified.

Does VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge treat exotic pets?+

Yes — VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge offer?+

VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge established?+

VCA Columbia Animal Hospital at Hickory Ridge has served the Columbia, MD community since 1974.

What reviewers say

83% Positive sentiment
based on 254 reviews

The practice features a compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team that excels in patient handling, particularly for anxious pets and exotic species like rats and rabbits. The facility maintains a clean and welcoming environment with separate entrances for cats and dogs, and staff members provide thorough explanations and prompt follow-up care. While the high level of medical care and personalized attention receive widespread praise, services are notably expensive, and some visitors experience unexpected billing increases and occasional communication friction with front desk personnel.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsGood With Anxious PetsStrong FollowupClean Facility

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.