Veterinary Care in Columbia | Pet Center Ltd Skip to Main Content Skip to Footer

Excellent Veterinary Care From True Animal Lovers

Pet Center Ltd. has been an integral veterinary hospital serving Columbia and Boone County, MO, since 1985. Ensuring the best for both our four-legged friends and their owners, we have become locally synonymous with quality pet care.

Our goal at Pet Center Ltd. is to provide your cat or dog with the most comprehensive, state-of-the-art medical, surgical, dental, and preventive medicine available. Whether it is a brand-new kitten wellness check-up or major surgery for your geriatric canine friend, our experienced team is here to ensure that your pet is well cared for.

We can't wait to meet you, call us at (573) 445-3000 today!

Welcome Dr. Victoria Thompson!

Welcome Dr. Victoria Thompson!

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Victoria Thompson has joined the Pet Center team! Dr. Thompson comes to us as a recent graduate from the University of Missoui and is eager and excited to meet you and your pets.

Dr. Victoria Thompson, originally from New London, Missouri, earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2025. Her professional interests include soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, and preventative care. 

Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Thompson enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, reading, and collecting houseplants. She treasures time spent with her family, including her dog, Millie, and her cat, Mowgli. Above all, her favorite role is being "Aunt Ria" to her seven nieces and nephews. 

Learn More »
Food Coma? How to Tell if Your Pet Just Ate Too Much

Food Coma? How to Tell if Your Pet Just Ate Too Much

Is it a food coma or a belly emergency? Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV), or bloat, is when a pet’s stomach fills with gas, food, or fluid and twists on itself and is most common in deep chested dogs like Great Danes and German Shepherds but can happen in any breed. Learn what to do if your pet has eaten too much and when to call your veterinarian. 

Learn More »

Our Clients Love Us

Review quote

Very happy with my service every time. Vets are very nice always helpful when you have questions.

Gus Henderson

Review quote

Dr. Brush is the best. Kind, caring and takes time to explain all possibilities so we have plans of action when needed with our pets health.

K. Lewis

4.9

Rating on
Google Reviews!
Dog picture

Pet Center Ltd