About Us
Five Points Animal Clinic is a full service small animal veterinary clinic located in the heart of Columbia. Our dedicated and caring team of professionals offer a vast array of experience and expertise. We believe pets should be treated like family. We look forward to welcoming your pet to our family.
Meet Our Team
Your Pet Care Experts
At Five Points Animal Clinic, each one of our devoted staff is passionate about animals. We’re a close-knit team that enjoys working with and supporting each other in any way that we can. Read on to meet the talented people of Five Points Animal Clinic.
Dr. Shawn Bierman
Veterinarian/Owner
Dr. Bierman graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006 after completing his undergraduate studies, majoring in Animal Science. Upon graduation, Dr. Bierman worked in a small animal and avian practice in Ankeny, Iowa before moving to Columbia in 2009 to escape the cold Iowa winters. He loves living in Columbia, particularly because of its proximity to both the mountains and the beaches. His hobbies include camping, woodworking and home improvement and spending time with his wife and two young children. They share their home with 3 dogs, 4 cats, and a snake.
Brittany
Practice Manager
Brittany began her career as a veterinary technician in 2010. Her experience includes general practice as well as specialty and emergency. She is passionate about caring for her patients as well as getting to know and offering support to owners. Brittany grew up in Columbia and split her undergraduate education between the College of Charleston and the University of South Carolina, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Minor in Psychology from USC in 2009. Outside of work, Brittany enjoys acting and theatre, nature and camping, crafting, and spending time with her wonderful husband, two children, and a house full of dogs, cats and a Western Hognose snake.
Rae
Veterinary Assistant
Ryanon "Rae" was born in Red Wing, Minnesota. As the daughter of a horse trainer, she grew up competing American Paint and Arabian horses. She studied Interior Design at the Art Institute of Atlanta, but her passion has always been working with animals. She lives in Cayce with her husband, two dogs (Misty and Boberry), and two guinea pigs. She also has a horse named Tigger. Her hobbies include sculpting, gardening, and home improvement.
Jasmine
Veterinary Assistant
Jasmine was born and raised in Lugoff, SC. She graduated from Lugoff-Elgin High School in May of 2019. She attended Midlands Technical College for 2 years, majoring in Animal Science. Jasmine loves animals and caring for them. She has 1 dog, Millie and 2 cats, Maui and Smokey. Jasmine currently resides with her family in Lexington.
Jenna
Client Care Coordinator
Jenna was born and raised in Statesboro, GA. There she met and married her husband, Maurice. They spent a year in El Paso, TX then the military moved them to Columbia, SC in October of 2021. Her hobbies include cooking and singing. She has two years of culinary training along with an Associates degree in medical coding and billing. However, her love for animals and compassion for people drove her to becoming a receptionist at our clinic. On Jenna’s days off you’ll find her spending time with her husband, Maurice, their German Shepherd, Zadie and their kitty, Ziggy.
Nate
Client Care Coordinator
Nate was born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas. After graduating from Little Rock Central High School, Nate enlisted in the Army and currently serves in the Army Reserves. Nate brings the experience of years of caring for and loving animals. He shares his home with two cats, Donte and Domino, and three awesome children.
Our Services
Diagnostic Services
At Five Points Animal Clinic, we are fully committed to your pet’s health and happiness. That’s why we recommend bringing them in for regular preventative and early diagnostic care. We offer point of care diagnostics to ensure that if your pet should become ill, we are able to offer the best possible treatment.
Pet Wellness Exams
As caring owners, you want the very best for your pet. That’s why we encourage you to schedule regular wellness exams. Annual exams, routine vaccination and diagnostic testing are recommended for the health of every pet. By seeking to prevent problems before they arise, you are ensuring your pet extended health and happiness.
Surgery
We are able to perform routine spay and neuter surgeries, more advanced soft tissue surgeries, and complete dental care for your pet. We provide complete surgical monitoring to ensure the safest means of anesthesia.
Online Pharmacy
We are happy to offer a convenient way to provide preventatives and other medications to our clients through our online pharmacy.
