Ambassador Animal Hospital

Columbia, SC

At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Emergency Boarding End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At Ambassador Animal Hospital, serving Columbia, SC, and the nearby communities, we are ambassadors for optimal pet health. We stress the importance of routine care, such as a yearly wellness exam and pet vaccinations, but we are also there during sickness and injury

Ambassador Animal Hospital was founded by Dr. Robert Edwards in 1961 as a small, one-veterinarian practice. In 1971, Dr. Edwards relocated the practice to its current home on Forest Drive. He continued to practice veterinary medicine until his retirement in 2001, when he sold the practice to Drs. Joe and Erin Trimmier

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
8
Support staff
13
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

On-site laboratoryDigital dental x-raysUltrasonic scaler and polisherLaser therapyIn-house diagnostic equipment

Services in detail

Canine and Feline WellnessDermatologyMedicalDiagnostic and LaboratoryItchy Skin & Ear infectionFlea and Tick PreventionKitten Season & Kitten ExamsPet DentistryPet SurgerySpay & NeuterPreventative CareLaser Therapy
Show all 27 services
LeptospirosisMicrochippingNutritional CounselingPet ArthritisPet AllergiesPet Dental CarePet VaccinationsCat VaccinationsDog VaccinationsRabiesWellness examsPet vaccinationsPet dental careSurgical servicesEmergency care

Appointments & hours

Monday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Tuesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

What services does Ambassador Animal Hospital offer?+

Ambassador Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Ambassador Animal Hospital established?+

Ambassador Animal Hospital has served the Columbia, SC community since 1961.

What reviewers say

95% Positive sentiment
based on 572 reviews

Ambassador Animal Hospital is a well-regarded veterinary practice in Columbia, SC, known for its compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional staff. The clinic offers prompt, reliable appointment scheduling, short wait times, and a clean, organized facility. Pets, including anxious animals, receive gentle and attentive care, and the team excels in communication, thorough explanations, emergency response, and end-of-life support. While some note that services can be a bit expensive, the high quality of care and welcoming environment make it a trusted choice for local pet owners.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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