Firetower Animal Clinic
Winterville, NC
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- Unknown
- Accepting new patients
- Yes
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Overview
Since 2002, Firetower Animal Clinic has provided comprehensive veterinary care, urgent care, and bathing and grooming to pets in the Winterville community and beyond. We would be honored to be a partner in your pet's healthcare. Firetower Animal Clinic is happy to provide Winterville pets with high-quality wellness and medical care. We believe every animal should be evaluated individually, and treated on a case by case basis. Our veterinarians provide a customized care plan for your pet, and together we'll make the best medical care choices for your best friend
Firetower Animal Clinic was founded by Dr. Mark T. Hayes, who also founded Tenth Street Animal Hospital in 1987. Founded in 2002 by Dr. Mark Hayes as a satellite clinic for 10th Street Animal Hospital, Firetower Animal Clinic has grown and expanded twice in 9 years, initially staffed and managed by Dr. Brad Medhus and Dr. Erin Hubbard
Mission — At Firetower Animal Clinic, our staff treats you like family and each pet like our own. We are honored and proud to be a partner in your pet's healthcare team. As pet owners ourselves, we believe that preventative care with wellness exams are the keys to your pet living a longer, healthier, and happier life. As a full-service veterinary office, we offer state-of-the-art testing and diagnostics, an array of advanced care, routine and advanced surgical procedures, and many other services to provide your pet with the best possible care
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
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Appointments & hours
Monday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Thursday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM; Saturday: 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM; Sunday: Closed. We will be closed on Jan. 1
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Frequently asked
Is Firetower Animal Clinic accepting new patients?+
Yes — Firetower Animal Clinic is currently accepting new patients.
Does Firetower Animal Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+
Firetower Animal Clinic offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
Is Firetower Animal Clinic AAHA-accredited?+
Yes — Firetower Animal Clinic is an AAHA-accredited hospital.
What services does Firetower Animal Clinic offer?+
Firetower Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Firetower Animal Clinic established?+
Firetower Animal Clinic has served the Winterville, NC community since 2002.
What reviewers say
Firetower Animal Clinic provides comprehensive veterinary care with a warm, welcoming environment and a strong emphasis on client education and patient comfort. The facility features a clean, well-maintained interior with dedicated accommodations for anxious pets and families. The veterinary team is widely regarded as compassionate, thorough, and highly knowledgeable, offering detailed explanations and individualized treatment options. While appointment availability and urgent care handling are generally praised, wait times can occasionally be extended, and communication regarding follow-up care can be inconsistent.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.