Animal Care Center Veterinary Hospital
New Bern, NC
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- Mixed
- Clinic type
- Hospital
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Animal Care Center Veterinary Hospital is here to provide cutting-edge veterinary medical services for all your four-legged loved ones. We provide pets in the New Bern area and beyond with thorough and compassionate care, from wellness exams to advanced diagnostics for all cats and dogs, and now farm animals!
Dr. Stelma has been an owner of Animal Care Center since 1991, first as Dr. Don Campbell's junior partner, then assuming full ownership upon Don's retirement in 2015. Although Dr. Stelma was educated in Michigan, and earned his DVM from Michigan State University in 1987, he has considered eastern NC home since 1969. He was raised by his brother, LtCol J.T. (Tim) Stelma, USMC (Ret.) and his sister-in-law Jan. After graduation, he interned in Saginaw, Michigan before beginning practice at Animal Care Center and Craven Animal Hospital in 1988
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- Mobile Only
Team at a glance
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Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Hospital Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, Sat - Sun Closed. Kennel Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, Sat - Sun 7:30 am - 9:30 am and 3 pm - 5 pm
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Frequently asked
What services does Animal Care Center Veterinary Hospital offer?+
Animal Care Center Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Emergency, Urgent Care, Boarding, and more.
What reviewers say
Animal Care Center Veterinary Hospital in New Bern, NC, provides comprehensive companion animal care, routine wellness, surgical services, dentistry, and boarding. The practice features a dedicated team of veterinarians and support staff known for delivering compassionate, thorough, and highly responsive care during both routine visits and emotional end-of-life moments. The facility maintains a welcoming, clean environment with structured front desk operations and accessible scheduling for regular appointments and urgent needs.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.