River Road Animal Hospital

Southport, NC

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotOn-site parking
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
From the business
Identifies as veteran-ownedIdentifies as women-owned
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Progressive veterinary care, longer visits, and local advanced services in Southport, NC. Low-stress veterinary care for every pet

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Technology & equipment

Digital X-raysUltrasoundAdvanced in-house laboratoryDigital dental radiographyTherapeutic LaserPennHIP

Services in detail

Preventive and Corrective CareDentistry and Oral HealthSurgical CareVeterinary AcupunctureTherapeutic LaserRegenerative Therapy for PetsTesting and Lab ServicesDigital Imaging X-ray and UltrasoundCancer CareHeart CareSkin and Allergy CareSenior Care For PetsHospice Paliative CareWildlife Veterinary CarePenn HipPRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)Stem Cell & Regenerative TherapyWellness examsSpay and neuterGrowth and tumor removalsBladder and intestinal surgeriesWound repair and emergency proceduresAbdominal explorations and biopsiesStomach tack (gastropexy)Orthopedic repairs and fracture stabilizationAdvanced soft-tissue proceduresReconstructive and corrective surgeriesCancer surgeriesDental cleaningsExtractionsBone graftingPeriodontal treatmentOral surgeryNutrition, weight, and mobility assessmentsAge-specific lab work and parasite screeningEarly detection tests for heart, kidney, and thyroid diseaseComplete physical and behavioral evaluations

Appointments & hours

Mon-Thu: 8:30am-6pm; Fri: 9:30am-4pm

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Frequently asked

Does River Road Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

River Road Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does River Road Animal Hospital offer?+

River Road Animal Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, End Of Life.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 295 reviews

River Road Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary practice in Southport, North Carolina, known for compassionate, highly knowledgeable veterinarians and dedicated support teams who provide thorough examinations and attentive follow-up care. The staff excels at accommodating urgent medical needs and helping nervous or anxious animals feel comfortable. While most experiences are described as exceptionally caring and professional, some visitors note challenges with administrative communication, scheduling hurdles, and higher pricing structures compared to other local options. Overall, the practice remains a deeply trusted destination for comprehensive pet care, wellness visits, and sensitive end-of-life support.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsGood 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.