Rutherford Veterinary Hospital

Rutherfordton, NC

At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Avian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Grooming Boarding Hospitalization End Of Life House Call Telehealth

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

At Rutherford Veterinary Hospital, we take pride in delivering personalized, compassionate care to our patients and their guardians in Rutherford county and surrounding areas. Our team strives to provide a comfortable environment for our patients and clients and we want everyone, either two legged or four, to feel welcome as soon as they enter our veterinary clinic. This all starts with a warm hello for you and a yummy treat for your pet

Our hospital opened its doors in 1999 and offers a wide range of medical services and surgeries for dogs and cats in Rutherford county. We're located at 305 Chimney Rock Rd, Rutherfordton N.C. 28139

Mission — We are dedicated to helping your pet achieve the highest quality of life. Our team provides exceptional care while showing respect for you and your beloved companion

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)

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

Services in detail

Anesthesia and Patient MonitoringAvian CareBreeding ServicesGroomingHealth Screening TestsMedical ServicesNutritional CounselingPreventive ServicesSurgical ServicesWellness and Vaccination ProgramsBoardingOnline Pharmacy

Appointments & hours

Monday 7:30am 5:30pm; Tuesday 7:30am 5:30pm; Wednesday 7:30am 5:30pm; Thursday 7:30am 5:30pm; Friday 7:30am 5:00pm; Saturday 8:30am 1:00pm; Sunday Closed. *Appointments begin at 9:00am*

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Frequently asked

Is Rutherford Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Rutherford Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Rutherford Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Rutherford Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Grooming, Boarding, and more.

When was Rutherford Veterinary Hospital established?+

Rutherford Veterinary Hospital has served the Rutherfordton, NC community since 1999.

What reviewers say

80% Positive sentiment
based on 390 reviews

This independent veterinary practice is widely recognized for its compassionate, highly knowledgeable team and excellent emergency and end-of-life care. The facility is consistently described as clean, welcoming, and well-maintained, offering additional conveniences such as grooming and boarding services. While many families praise the thorough medical attention, fair pricing, and willingness to work patients in during urgent situations, some experiences highlight challenges with long wait times, scheduling availability, and occasional communication or customer service friction.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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.