Friarsgate-Ballentine Animal Hospital

Irmo, SC

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy 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

Friarsgate-Ballentine Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Irmo, SC, serving the surrounding area

Friarsgate-Ballentine Animal Hospital opened on December 20, 1993, originally located just a few hundred yards from its current site on Broad River Road. Currently, we are located at 10737 Broad River Road Irmo, SC 29063. Over the years, Friarsgate has continued to grow, and we now proudly serve a larger client base with a dedicated team of five veterinarians, three full-time, two part-time, and 14 full-time employees

Mission — our mission is to partner with our clients to nurture and strengthen the human-animal bond. We provide compassionate, expert, and affordable veterinary care, guiding your pet from their first adventure through a long and healthy life

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

6
Veterinarians (DVM)
11
Support staff
17
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

UltrasoundX-raysIn-house labVet2Pet app

Services in detail

Pet Wellness ExamsPet VaccinationsPet Spay and NeuterPet Parasite ControlPet Dental CarePet BoardingPet UltrasoundDiagnostic testing (such as blood work and X-rays)Dental careSurgeriesEmergency servicesBoarding
Show all 17 services
Geriatric careEuthanasiaGrief counselingMicrochippingNutritional counseling

Appointments & hours

Monday–Friday: 8 AM – 6 PM Saturday–Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

What services does Friarsgate-Ballentine Animal Hospital offer?+

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

When was Friarsgate-Ballentine Animal Hospital established?+

Friarsgate-Ballentine Animal Hospital has served the Irmo, SC community since 1993.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 430 reviews

Friarsgate-Ballentine Animal Hospital is a well-regarded veterinary practice in Irmo, SC, known for providing compassionate, knowledgeable, and thorough pet care. The facility is modern, clean, and welcoming, offering reliable wellness, surgical, and end-of-life care. While the clinical team and front desk staff are widely appreciated for their kindness and expertise toward animals and their owners, some visitors experience occasional billing discrepancies, unexpected charges, and extended wait times.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood 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.