Business Details
Emergency
services
Open 24/7
always available
Your Emergency Veterinarian in Swansboro, NC
Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency & Trauma Center has built a reputation as a trusted provider of urgent veterinary care in North Carolina. Our team of skilled veterinarians and dedicated staff specialize in emergency medicine, advanced surgical procedures, and critical care diagnostics. We maintain 24/7 availability to address pet emergencies ranging from traumatic injuries to acute illnesses, supported by on-site diagnostic tools including digital radiography and endoscopy. Our surgical department handles orthopedic cases and complex procedures requiring specialized expertise. Through consistent investment in medical technology and staff training, we deliver timely interventions that prioritize patient comfort while maintaining transparent communication with pet owners.The practice emphasizes compassionate end-of-life care and blood transfusion services, supported by rigorous safety protocols. With multiple October operating hours adjustments, we demonstrate operational transparency while maintaining referral partnerships for after-hours emergencies. Our commitment to community service is reflected in patient testimonials highlighting staff empathy and medical proficiency.
Services
Emergency Care
Orthopedic Surgery
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Transfusions
Endoscopy
Critical Care Monitoring
Urgent Pet Treatment
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary care with no appointment required
- Our facility features in-house diagnostics including endoscopy and digital X-ray
- Experienced team handles complex orthopedic surgeries and trauma cases
- We offer life-saving blood transfusions with rigorous donor screening
- Dedicated staff maintains continuous client communication during critical care
What people say
Amazing staff
Quick assessment
Compassionate care
Life-saving treatment
Reasonable pricing
Services
Emergency Care
Our 24/7 emergency veterinary service addresses critical pet conditions including trauma, poisoning, and acute illness. Trained staff perform rapid triage and initiate immediate interventions while maintaining continuous client communication. The facility maintains specialized equipment for respiratory support, IV therapy, and pain management during critical stabilization periods.
Orthopedic Surgery
Advanced orthopedic procedures treat fractures, ligament injuries, and joint conditions using surgical implants and specialized techniques. Preoperative diagnostics guide treatment planning while postoperative care includes pain control and recovery monitoring. Surgeons employ minimally invasive approaches where appropriate to enhance recovery outcomes for pets with musculoskeletal trauma.
Diagnostic Imaging
In-house radiography and endoscopy enable rapid diagnosis of internal injuries and disease progression. Digital X-ray systems provide immediate visualization of skeletal structures while endoscopic tools examine gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. These diagnostics support timely treatment decisions for abdominal emergencies, foreign body ingestion, and respiratory distress cases.
Blood Transfusions
Life-saving blood product administration treats severe anemia, hemorrhage, and coagulation disorders. The hospital maintains screened donor blood banks with compatibility testing protocols to ensure safe transfusions. Continuous patient monitoring during administration minimizes adverse reactions while specialized storage maintains blood product integrity for emergency use.
Endoscopy
Minimally invasive endoscopic procedures diagnose and treat gastrointestinal and respiratory conditions without surgical intervention. High-resolution imaging systems guide foreign body removal and biopsy collection while reducing patient recovery time compared to traditional surgical approaches.
Questions
What emergency services are available after regular business hours?
We operate 24/7, including holidays and weekends, with no appointment necessary for emergency cases. Critical patients receive immediate attention upon arrival.
How do you handle pet owner communication during emergencies?
Our team provides continuous updates throughout treatment, explains medical options clearly, and maintains compassionate support during critical decision-making moments.
Are payment plans available for emergency treatments?
While we require payment at the time of service, we recommend discussing financial concerns with staff who can help prioritize essential treatments based on medical urgency.
What diagnostic capabilities support emergency care?
We offer in-house digital radiography, endoscopy, and blood testing to enable rapid diagnosis and treatment planning for time-sensitive medical conditions.
Can I schedule elective procedures during regular hours?
We focus exclusively on emergency and critical care cases, operating as an urgent care center without routine appointment scheduling for non-emergency situations.
How are complex surgical cases managed?
Our surgical team handles orthopedic emergencies and complex wounds, supported by preoperative diagnostics and postoperative monitoring to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
Reviews (6)
Hallie Kerns
Dec 24, 2021
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Furious. Took one of my fur babies there 12/24/21 and diagnosis was ear infection and some kind of allergy affecting the skin. Went back today because. she looks worse than she did a week ago. Found out that ringworm has been in the building since last Friday. Needless to say 1 of my 2 fur babies has ring worm. My other fur baby is perfectly fine. Will NOT be going back.
Dolly Ramires
Dec 16, 2021
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My review for this place is way over due. This place is the best I had to go in the early morning hours Dec. 2020 for my Beagle. She was in so much pain. Dr. Jennifer Welsh had to do emergecny surgery on my Beagle to remove spleen and tumor. Thank you I got to keep my baby girl. Well again Dec. 19, 2021 My Beagle was in pain so off to see the Dr. again it was Jennifer Welsh. My baby hurt her back.
She is doing better with her medication. I just want to say thank to the Doctors and staff. They are all professional, polite. They go above and beyond to help your fur baby. Thank you for what you all
She is doing better with her medication. I just want to say thank to the Doctors and staff. They are all professional, polite. They go above and beyond to help your fur baby. Thank you for what you all
Sam Yacono
Dec 16, 2021
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In general, Swansboro Animal hospital is very sweet and took great care of my babies. However.. Dr. Gutroff (the male doctor) was very cold and didnt explain any of the take home instructions/medications to me, I was constantly asking so many questions to get through to him and get the information I needed. I was balling in my car and he seemed to have no sympathy for me or my cat. I felt like just another person bringing in their animal. However, my baby was in and out of their vet for 5 days where he also saw two other female doctors who I absolutely loved. They were super sympathetic, understanding
Ashley Schultz
Nov 28, 2021
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We have been here several times for emergency pet care. The staff is friendly, caring, nonjudgmental. The prices are extremely reasonable. We moved, but I will still travel out of my way in emergencies to bring my pets here.
Tim
Nov 16, 2021
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The staff is very polite and take detailed notes. Without us even asking they had given our older dog an orthopedic bed to lay on while he was waiting to see the vet. We have had our cat here as well and again the are very professional and caring! We have used another facility in Jacksonville NC and were not impressed. Swansboro Animal Hospital is the only place we take our pets for after hours care!
Be Happy
Oct 15, 2021
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Our Toby unexpectedly became ill late in the evening and the staff quickly got him back to be cared for. The doctor kept my husband informed on what was going on and was very honest with him how serious the situation was. Unfortunately, he did not make it. The staff were very caring and compassionate the entire time. A few weeks later we received a beautiful sympathy card from the office, which was such a kind gesture. This was a very difficult experience, but the staff's kindness was a light in a dark time.
Toby was the sweetest and most amazing dog, and had been my nine year old's best buddy
Toby was the sweetest and most amazing dog, and had been my nine year old's best buddy
