Northwoods Animal Hospital

Cary, NC

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Boarding

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Since opening in 1987, Northwoods Animal Hospital has proudly served as your neighborhood veterinarian. Dr. Dan Hudson believed that caring for animals also means supporting your family and community. Today, his daughter, Dr. Melissa Hudson, and her dedicated team continue this tradition, providing full-service wellness care to pets in Cary, Apex, Holly Springs, Raleigh, and Durham

Since opening in 1987, Northwoods Animal Hospital has proudly served as your neighborhood veterinarian. Dr. Dan Hudson believed that caring for animals also means supporting your family and community. Today, his daughter, Dr. Melissa Hudson, and her dedicated team continue this tradition

Mission — Our mission is to provide outstanding care for your pets while fostering a client-centered experience. We believe in educating pet owners about their companions' health needs and treating every client with courtesy and respect

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

digital radiographydental radiologyultrasoundin-house laboratorydigital imaging

Services in detail

Well Patient CareSenior Pet CareSurgical Services including Spays & NeutersDental CareDiagnostic ImagingDiagnostic Laboratory TestingPet IdentificationPharmacyBoardingBehavioral TrainingTraining & SocializationDNA testing for Breed IdentificationHeartworm InformationSpayingWellness Patient CareLaboratory ServicesIn-House Laboratory TestingOutside Reference LaboratoriesDNA TestingSurgical ServicesSpayNeuterSoft Tissue RepairSpecialized OrthopedicsMonitoring

Appointments & hours

Monday-Friday: 7:30am-5:30pm; Saturday: 8:30am-1pm; Sunday: Closed

Frequently asked

What services does Northwoods Animal Hospital offer?+

Northwoods Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Northwoods Animal Hospital established?+

Northwoods Animal Hospital has served the Cary, NC community since 1987.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 99 reviews

Northwoods Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary practice in Cary, North Carolina, known for long-standing client relationships and a compassionate approach to patient care. The facility is widely praised for its knowledgeable doctors and attentive support staff who take time to explain treatments thoroughly and ease anxious pets. While most families report positive, affordable, and reliable routine care spanning decades, a small number of clients note occasional communication challenges during sensitive or urgent situations.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious Pets

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.