Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Veterinary Care in Lancaster, South Carolina
Faulkner Animal Hospital has been serving the Lancaster County community since 1993 with comprehensive veterinary care. Our team of five experienced veterinarians brings over 80 combined years of expertise in small animal medicine, supported by dedicated technicians and staff. We offer wellness exams, dental care, surgical procedures, diagnostics, and emergency services, emphasizing preventive care and client education.Our hospital maintains a family-oriented approach while utilizing modern diagnostic tools including digital radiography, in-house laboratories, and advanced dental equipment. We serve communities across Lancaster County with two locations and extended weekday hours to accommodate working pet owners.
Services
Wellness Exams
Dental Care
Spay/Neuter
Emergency Services
Diagnostics
Orthopedic Surgery
Nutritional Counseling
Pet Allergies
End of Life Care
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 80 combined years of veterinary experience
- Offering complete care from wellness exams to emergency services
- Maintaining AAHA-accredited standards through continuous professional development
- Providing 24/7 emergency care through partner specialists
- Serving Lancaster County communities since 1993
What people say
Super kind
Affordable care
Make pets feel comfortable
Excellent service
Understanding staff
Services
Wellness Exams
Annual physical examinations help maintain optimal pet health through early disease detection. Our comprehensive wellness visits include vaccinations, parasite screening, and personalized health plans. Preventive care reduces long-term medical costs while extending pets' lifespans.
Dental Care
Professional dental cleanings prevent periodontal disease affecting 80% of pets by age 3. Our services include full mouth assessments, ultrasonic scaling, and extractions when necessary. Proper dental care prevents systemic infections impacting heart and kidney health.
Spay/Neuter
We perform routine spaying and neutering to prevent pet overpopulation while improving long-term health outcomes. These procedures reduce cancer risks and behavioral issues. Pre-surgical bloodwork ensures optimal anesthesia safety for each patient.
Emergency Services
After-hours emergency coverage through Carolina Veterinary Specialists ensures continuous care for critical conditions. Our team handles trauma cases, toxic ingestions, and life-threatening illnesses with immediate stabilization measures.
Diagnostics
In-house laboratory capabilities provide rapid bloodwork and urinalysis results for timely diagnoses. Digital radiography and ECG equipment support comprehensive internal assessments. Quick diagnostic turnaround enables immediate treatment initiation for better patient outcomes.
People
Dr. Forrest Faulkner
Founder
Established Faulkner Animal Hospital in 1993 with a commitment to affordable veterinary care. Leads a team of five veterinarians providing comprehensive pet services in Lancaster County.
Dr. Brent Glenn
Medical Director
Graduate of NC State School of Veterinary Medicine (1999) specializing in internal medicine. Native of Waxhaw with farming experience managing cattle operations alongside veterinary practice.
Dr. Meredith Somerset
Veterinarian
Virginia-Maryland veterinary graduate (2009) focusing on companion animal care. Enthusiastic horseback rider applying sports medicine principles to equine patient treatments.
Dr. Candice Ellis
Veterinarian
Tuskegee graduate passionate about preventive care and community education. Active in local SPCA efforts and maintains a small family farm with multiple rescue animals.
Dr. Heather Plyler
Practice Manager
12-year veteran of Faulkner Animal Hospital managing day-to-day operations. Expert in IV catheter placement and geriatric pet care while overseeing team coordination.
Questions
What services does Faulkner Animal Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, dental care, spay/neuter surgery, diagnostics, emergency services, nutritional counseling, and end-of-life care for dogs and cats.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Yes, Carolina Veterinary Specialists provides 24/7 emergency coverage. Call them directly at (803) 909-8300 for urgent situations after regular business hours.
What are your hospital hours?
Monday and Wednesday: 8 AM - 7 PM; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 AM - 5:30 PM; Saturday: 8 AM - 12 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Do you accept pet insurance?
Yes, we accept all major pet insurance providers. Payment is due at time of service, and our team will assist with insurance claim submission.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (803) 286-8131 during operating hours or use our online PetDesk App for convenient scheduling and reminders.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Lancaster County communities including Waxhaw, Fort Mill, Pageland, Kershaw, Catawba, and surrounding areas.
Reviews (6)
Dozer Mozer
Dec 26, 2021
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I will never take my fur babies anywhere else. The staff here are friendly, helpful and professional. Recently one of my kitties became very sick and need a week stay here. Dr. Faulkner and the other staff kept me informed the whole time and never minded when i called ever day to check on him. They saved his life and i couldn't be more grateful. Thank you everyone for taking good care of our Tiger.
Kendell Robertson
Nov 26, 2021
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I took my puppy in and they doctor told me to put my dog to sleep because he didnt know what was wrong with him. Then when I spoke on this the staff members called me ignorant stupid and a horrible dog owner all because I spoke on his experience. My dog is currently still alive and doing well because I didnt listen to the doctor there. I will NEVER go back there and the staff are very rude in person and not in person. I would not recommend going there at all.
Lisa D.
Nov 20, 2021
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Last Saturday we took our dog to our vet for rectal bleeding. Our vet had an emergency call and was not able to see us. I called Faulkner Animal Hospital and even though their cutoff time was 11 a.m., they told me to come on over. Upon arriving, we checked in and received the best service. Everyone was so pleasant and Dr. Glenn was wonderful. He was able to figure out what was wrong with our dog and she is doing so much better. We will definitely be back.
Amanda Tucker
Oct 26, 2021
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Dr. Ellis was awesome. She took great care of my Shiva both times I've went to her. I want to see her from now on. She is great. She was always great with my aunt's dog also.
Dwayne Stone
Oct 07, 2021
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The doctor here is amazing. He was so kind and compassionate. We had to have our little boy put down this week and the doctor was amazing! Prices are extremely reasonable. Highly recommend!
Rhonda Steinwand
Oct 07, 2021
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Took our 9 month old pup to get her spade this week. Staff was wonderful, calming and took time to explain post surgery care to my son at time of pick up. Our pup is doing very well and healing. They gave us a mild sedative to help keep her calm as she is usually very high strung.
