Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders

Raleigh, NC

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At a glance

Facility type
Emergency Specialty Hospital
Practice tier
Emergency
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Avian Reptile Amphibian

Services

Emergency Urgent Care General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Boarding Grooming

AVMA Specialties

Emergency & Critical Care

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital and Emergency at South Saunders provides comprehensive veterinary care, including emergency and urgent care, wellness visits, surgery, boarding, daycare, grooming, dog training, and exotic pet care. Located at 1600 S. Saunders Street, Raleigh, NC

Care capabilities

Emergency
Er Overnight Weekends

Team at a glance

8
Veterinarians (DVM)
4
Support staff
12
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

digital radiographyultrasoundin-house laboratory testing

Services in detail

Comprehensive Medical CareWellness VisitsWellness PlansDiagnostic ServicesSurgeryEmergency ServicesBoarding & Day CareGroomingDog TrainingExotic Pet CarePharmacy

Appointments & hours

General Practice: Mon-Fri 7:30AM-5:30PM, Sat 8:00AM-12:00PM; Emergency & Urgent Care: Friday-Monday Open 24 Hours, Tuesday 12:00AM-6:00PM, Wednesday 8:00AM-6:00PM, Thursday 8:00AM-12:00AM; Resort: Mon-Fri 7AM-7PM, Sat 8AM-1PM, Sun 4PM-6PM; Grooming: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

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Frequently asked

Is Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders accepting new patients?+

Yes — Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders is currently accepting new patients.

Does Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders offer emergency or urgent care?+

Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders provides overnight and weekend emergency care.

Does Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders offer?+

Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency at South Saunders offers Emergency, Urgent Care, General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, and more.

What reviewers say

91% Positive sentiment
based on 659 reviews

Oak Heart Veterinary Hospital & Emergency provides 24/7 emergency and routine veterinary care, featuring a clean, modern facility equipped with comprehensive medical services. The practice is widely recognized for its compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team and supportive staff who handle high-stress emergency situations with care and empathy. Services range from wellness exams and surgeries to specialized comfort rooms for end-of-life care, alongside pet boarding and daycare options. While wait times and appointment availability can fluctuate during busy periods, patients and families consistently highlight clear communication, transparent treatment options, and attentive follow-up care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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