ABOUT EMERGENCY CARE SERVICES RESOURCES CONTACT US (828) 328-6697 EMERGENCY Important COVID-19 Information Information for Clients and Referring DVMs AVMA Information on Testing Pets HERE FOR YOU WHEN YOU NEED US We specialize in emergency and specialty medicine for pets 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. Client / Patient Information Stabilization Authorization Surgery Intake Questions Patient Recheck Form We're hiring! When you join our team, you’ll receive ongoing training and development, competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package for all full-time employees. Apply today to live your best life as a veterinarian with an exceptional team. Apply Now We've received elite accreditation for the care we provide pets Our hospital is certified as a level II emergency and critical care facility by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (VECCS). This accreditation means that we have been recognized for meeting and exceeding the veterinary standards of a 24-hour acute care facility with the medical staff, personnel and training necessary to provide emergent and critical patient care. We’re also open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, which is part of the level II designation requirements. 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 Dermatology Diagnostic imaging Radioiodine therapy If you have a particular case you need help with, we encourage you to contact us right away. Refer a patient VRHOH is now Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency 1050 US Highway 321 SW Hickory, NC 28601 Phone (828) 328-6697 Fax (828) 328-5638 Hours For referral services, we are open: Mon-Fri from 7am-6pm We are open 24/7 for emergency care. Payment Options Cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, Scratchpay, and CareCredit. Send Website Accessibility Feedback