With two convenient animal hospitals serving a wide range of Princeton and Pearisburg communities, our values are rooted in building lifelong relationships, based on trust and focused on what matters most: keeping your pet happy and healthy through every stage of life.
Lifelong Veterinary Support for Princeton & Pearisburg Pets
From nose to tail, our wellness exams focus on prevention and early detection to keep your pet feeling their best year-round.
When your pet needs quick attention, we do our best to accommodate same-day care for sudden illnesses, minor injuries, and unexpected concerns.
Dr. Ferrell joined Animal Care Center in 2014. She is a West Virginia native, born and raised in McDowell County. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Concord University in 2009 and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014.
She is a member of the national and state veterinary medical associations and has served as the Region 5 Representative with the West Virginia Veterinary Medical Association since 2018. Dr. Ferrell is also certified in RECOVER CPR, PennHIP, and Fear Free practices, reflecting her commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate veterinary care.
Outside of work, Dr. Ferrell enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband and three amazing children. She also has many pets of her own to keep her company and keep her busy.
Dr. Montgomery grew up in Preston Co, WV. He received his Bachelor of Science from WVU and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2002. After graduating, Dr. Montgomery began practicing at Animal Care Center.
He is married to his lovely wife Amy and has two wonderful children, Alex and Edward. He is a member of Organized Veterinary Medicine on the national and state levels.
He is currently the President of the West Virginia Veterinary Medical Association and a founding member of the West Virginia Veterinary Foundation. He is an Assistant Scoutmaster with Troop 1 of Princeton and a committee member of Pack 10 of Princeton. He is actively involved with the Lions Club and is the President of the Pearisburg Lions Club.
Dr. Morris is a native of Southeastern Kentucky. She received her Bachelor of Arts in History from Eastern Kentucky University in 2012 and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Lincoln Memorial University in 2022. Since graduating from veterinary school, she has worked in both general practice and emergency medicine.
Outside of work, Dr. Morris enjoys reading, kayaking, activities with her church, watching reality television and spending time with her two dogs and four cats (all of whom have extremely silly names).
Kristen has been part of the Animal Care Center family since 2016, bringing warmth, organization, and a deep love for animals to her role as Practice Manager.
Originally from South Florida, she has always been fascinated by animal behavior and enjoys helping create an environment where pets, clients, and the veterinary team all thrive.
Kristen holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University, graduating summa cum laude. Outside of work, she loves browsing antique shops, spending sunny days with her family and pets—Bo Duke, Scotch, River, and Little One—and cooking or crafting something new. She’s known for her humor and for brightening everyone’s day.
Defintely. We love meeting new pets and their people, and to make your first visit even easier, we offer $75 off for all new clients.Â
Both of our locations provide full-service veterinary care. If you’re closer to Princeton or Pearisburg, choose the one most convenient for you.Â
We do our best to offer same-day availability for urgent cases whenever possible. Please call for availability.Â
We provide limited services for birds, reptiles, and small mammals like rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters. Please call ahead to confirm availability. Our Princeton location also offers health certificates and Coggins testing for horses.
We accept major credit cards and CareCredit. If you have questions about cost or payment options, our front desk team will be happy to assist you.
New clients save $75 on their first exam.
Use code NC75
* Valid for new clients only. Not valid with any other offers. Must mention NC75 at time of booking.
