Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency
Veterinary clinic offering veterinary care in Hickory, North Carolina
Cat Friendly PracticeBoard-certified specialists
About Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency
A specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in Hickory, NC, offering around-the-clock emergency care and referral services. The practice has board-certified specialists in surgery, dermatology and internal medicine, plus imaging, rehabilitation and behavior services. It also works with referring veterinarians on complex cases.
Services mentioned
- 24/7 emergency care
- Urgent care
- Surgery
- Internal medicine
- Dermatology
- Behavior
- Diagnostic imaging
- Rehabilitation
- TPLO surgery
- Feline hyperthyroidism (I-131) therapy
Opening hours
| Monday | 7am–6pm |
| Tuesday | 7am–6pm |
| Wednesday | 7am–6pm |
| Thursday | 7am–6pm |
| Friday | 7am–6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Credentials
Cat Friendly PracticeBoard-certified specialists
Credentials as stated by Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency (November 2026). Ask the business for proof if it matters to you.
Details last checked November 2026. Confirm details directly with the business.
- Address
- 1050 US-321, Hickory, NC 28601
- Phone
- (828) 328-6697
- Website
- ncvetspecialists.com
Before you book
- Ask what the exam fee includes and whether estimates are given before treatment.
- Ask what happens after hours: do they see emergencies, or refer you elsewhere?
- Ask about payment plans, wellness plans and whether they'll share records with other clinics.
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