Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Hospital in Hickory, NC
We help veterinarians by providing specialized care to pets. We also help pets facing emergencies when their go-to veterinarian isn’t available.
If a veterinarian needs a specialist’s help with a patient case, we have the resources to help support the patient’s case. We’re proud to be trusted by veterinarians and pet owners throughout North Carolina, and we take that trust seriously. It’s a big part of why we’re open 24/7 for emergency walk-ins and immediate referrals.
When it comes to caring for pets, we recognize that time is of the essence. No matter the time of day, our hospital always has an on-site critical care veterinarian, backed by a full support team, to provide exceptional support for pets in need of care.
Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Services at Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital
Our hospital offers a comprehensive range of emergency and specialty veterinary services, providing advanced diagnostics, surgery, and ongoing care for complex and critical cases.
Around-the-clock emergency veterinary care for unexpected illness or injury, with immediate triage and critical stabilization.
Prompt veterinary care for non-life-threatening conditions that require attention sooner than a scheduled appointment allows.
Advanced imaging capabilities to support accurate diagnosis of internal conditions and guide treatment planning.
Comprehensive behavioral assessments and treatment plans to address anxiety, aggression, and other behavioral concerns in pets.
Radioiodine (I-131) therapy for the treatment of feline hyperthyroidism, offering a safe and effective cure.
Advanced diagnosis and management of complex internal conditions, including endocrine, gastrointestinal, and immune-mediated diseases.
Physical rehabilitation and therapy services to support recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
Advanced surgical procedures performed by experienced surgeons with comprehensive pain management and monitoring.
Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy for the treatment of cranial cruciate ligament injuries in dogs.
Diagnosis and management of skin conditions, allergies, ear infections, and chronic dermatological disorders.
Veterinarians, you can trust our work.
When you refer a patient to us, we recognize that you’re placing confidence in your reputation and our ability to treat your patient successfully. We do everything we can to ensure a positive experience for your client from beginning to end.
We have the expertise to provide support for your patients in the following areas:
- Emergency issues
- Critical care
- Internal medicine
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
- Behavior
- Dermatology
- Diagnostic imaging
- Radioiodine therapy
If you have a particular case you need help with, we encourage you to contact us right away.