About Us
At Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency, we are dedicated to providing exceptional medical care for your pets. Our state-of-the-art facility, located in Hickory, NC, is equipped to handle a wide range of emergency and specialty veterinary services. We pride ourselves on being a premier provider of specialized care, staffed by board-certified specialists in surgery, dermatology, internal medicine, and more.
Our 24-hour animal hospital is always open and staffed with emergency veterinarians and support teams, ready to address any urgent situation that may arise. Whether your pet is experiencing minor injuries or severe medical issues, we are prepared to provide fast and appropriate medical treatment. Our team uses an approach to treatment that involves selecting the techniques from different therapeutic orientations best suited to a patient’s particular problem, ensuring remarkable care and comfort for your pet.
We offer a comprehensive range of services, including emergency issues, critical care, internal medicine, surgery, rehabilitation, behavior, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, and radioiodine therapy. Our facility features state-of-the-art equipment and advanced diagnostic capabilities, such as in-hospital diagnostic laboratory testing, blood typing, cross-matching, blood and plasma transfusions, and oxygen therapy. We also have an isolation ward to keep all patients comfortable while recovering from contagious illnesses.
Our commitment to exceptional care extends beyond medical treatment. We prioritize communication with your primary veterinarian to ensure a seamless transition of care for your pet. If you need assistance diagnosing or treating a particular patient case, we are here to support you with our referral coordinator. We recognize that time is of the essence in pet emergencies and are dedicated to providing timely and effective care.
At Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency, we take pride in being trusted by veterinarians and pet owners throughout North Carolina. Our team is compassionate, experienced, and committed to providing the highest-quality care for your furry family members. We are here to support you and your pet in times of need, ensuring that your pet receives the best possible care in a comfortable and supportive environment.