King Veterinary Hospital

King, NC

At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

King Veterinary Hospital has been providing compassionate veterinary care for King, NC and the surrounding area since 1986. Our hospital is staffed by a group of competent and concerned animal lovers with over 50 years of animal care experience. We strive to provide your pet the best and most compassionate care possible

Dr. David Bowen volunteered at King Veterinary Hospital during high school and college. In 1986, he bought the practice, then located on Meadowbrook Drive, from the previous owner, Dr. David Thompson. He moved the practice into the current hospital facility at 425 Kirby Road in October, 1995. Dr. Michelle Aldridge purchased King Veterinary Hospital from Dr. Bowen in July 2024

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
4
Support staff
6
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital X-RaysUltrasoundsVet Lab in-house laboratoryIdexx reference laboratoryUltrasonic technology for dental cleaningElectronic monitoring during anesthesia

Services in detail

Wellness ExamsCanine and Feline VaccinationsLaboratory ServicesRadiology & UltrasonographyParasite ControlSick Pet Care/HospitalizationDentistrySurgery and AnesthesiaMicrochippingNutritionBathingBoarding
Show all 13 services
Euthanasia Services

Memberships

AVMANCVMANC Small Animal Academy

Appointments & hours

Monday - Friday: 8 am - 6 pm

Frequently asked

What services does King Veterinary Hospital offer?+

King Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, In House Lab, Pharmacy.

When was King Veterinary Hospital established?+

King Veterinary Hospital has served the King, NC community since 1986.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 180 reviews

The practice offers compassionate, competent veterinary care with a friendly and knowledgeable team. The veterinarians provide thorough explanations, handle anxious pets with great patience, and maintain fair, reasonable pricing. Services include routine checkups, dental cleanings, surgeries, and stabilization for emergencies, though specialized imaging and after-hours emergency care are referred out. While scheduling and appointment availability can sometimes be tight due to high demand, the overall environment is welcoming, clean, and dedicated to the well-being of local pets.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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