Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country

Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Clinic Serving the High Country of North Carolina
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The Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country, PLLC was established by Dr. David Linzey and his wife, Debi, in 2005. Our goal has remained the same: providing quality after-hours emergency veterinary care to the residents of the North Carolina High Country and surrounding areas. Until that time, local veterinarians participated in a rotational schedule where different doctors were on-call various different nights and weekends. The opening of our practice provided a service to area pet owners not previously available: highly-trained and skilled veterinarians and technicians whose sole responsibility and focus is to provide emergency care for sick and injured pets until their regular veterinarian can take over care at the appropriate time.

Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day is for the pets we still talk about, still miss, and still carry with us. Their paw print...
08/28/2025

Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day is for the pets we still talk about, still miss, and still carry with us. Their paw prints are forever part of our story.

"A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself."Share a photo of your best friend! ❤️
08/26/2025

"A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself."

Share a photo of your best friend! ❤️

Just a reminder that we will be closing from midnight to 8am tonight - Wednesday night. Thank you for your patience!
08/25/2025

Just a reminder that we will be closing from midnight to 8am tonight - Wednesday night. Thank you for your patience!

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Dr. Fitch! 🎂🎉Today we’re celebrating someone truly special, our incredible Chief of Staff, Dr. Fitch!...
08/17/2025

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Dr. Fitch! 🎂🎉

Today we’re celebrating someone truly special, our incredible Chief of Staff, Dr. Fitch! 🩺🐾

Dr. Fitch leads with compassion, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to both our patients and our team. Her commitment to excellence and her calm, confident leadership make a difference every single day at the Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country.

Please join us in wishing Dr. Fitch the happiest of birthdays! May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and maybe even a few puppy cuddles. 💙🐶🐱

🎈 Drop your birthday wishes below! 🎈

🚨Important Update Regarding Temporary Operating Hours 🚨During the months of August and September, the Animal Emergency C...
08/16/2025

🚨Important Update Regarding Temporary Operating Hours 🚨

During the months of August and September, the Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country will be operating with limited hours on certain dates.

We will be closed from 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on the following dates:
🐾August: 18, 19, 25, 26, 27
🐾September: 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

If you require 24-hour emergency care while we are closed—or if your pet needs urgent care that may require hospitalization or surgery outside our operating hours—please contact one of the following facilities:
🐾Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency – Hickory, NC | (828) 328-6697
🐾Carolina Veterinary Specialists – Winston-Salem, NC | (336) 896-0902
🐾Airport Pet Emergency Clinic – Blountville, TN | (423) 279-0574
🐾Veterinary Emergency Group – Asheville, NC | (828) 470-1463
🐾Denver Animal Emergency – Denver, NC | (980) 222-7115

This schedule change is temporary. We plan to resume our regular 24/7 operations during the week of September 21, 2025.

We understand that these changes may place additional strain on our community, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience they may cause. Our team is committed to providing excellent care during this time, but there may be circumstances beyond our control.

We kindly ask for your patience and understanding. Veterinary emergencies can be stressful for everyone, and our dedicated staff will be doing their utmost to support you and your pet. Abusive or threatening behavior toward our staff will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the premises.
Thank you for your cooperation and trust in our care.
— Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country

🎉🐾 Happy 3-Year Anniversary, Olivia! 🐾🎉Today we’re celebrating Olivia’s 3-year anniversary as a Veterinary Assistant her...
08/15/2025

🎉🐾 Happy 3-Year Anniversary, Olivia! 🐾🎉

Today we’re celebrating Olivia’s 3-year anniversary as a Veterinary Assistant here at the Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country!

From late-night emergencies to comforting nervous pets (and their humans), Olivia brings incredible skill, compassion, and dedication to everything she does. Her calm presence and tireless work ethic make her an invaluable part of our team — and a true hero for the animals we care for. 🩺🐶🐱

Thank you, Olivia, for 3 amazing years of service, heart, and excellence. We’re lucky to have you — and so are the animals. 🐾💪
Drop a 🐕 or 🐈 in the comments to help us celebrate Olivia today! 💬👇

National Check the Chip Day is a great reminder for pet owners to double-check their pet’s microchip info. It’s easy to ...
08/15/2025

National Check the Chip Day is a great reminder for pet owners to double-check their pet’s microchip info. It’s easy to forget, but keeping your contact details up to date is key if your pet ever gets lost. Microchips are a simple, effective way to help reunite pets with their families.

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Elizabeth! 🎂🎉Join us in wishing a very special Happy Birthday to Elizabeth, one of our incredible Reg...
08/14/2025

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Elizabeth! 🎂🎉

Join us in wishing a very special Happy Birthday to Elizabeth, one of our incredible Registered Veterinary Technicians — and a future DVM in the making! 🐾🩺🎓

Elizabeth is not only an essential part of our team at the Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country, but she’s also currently attending Vet School at NC State working hard to take her passion for animal care to the next level. 💪🐶🐱

Her dedication, compassion, and drive inspire all of us, and we couldn’t be prouder to cheer her on, today and every day!

Drop a 🎉 or 🐾 in the comments to help us celebrate Elizabeth’s big day! 💙

Wag more, bark less! It’s National Spoil Your Dog Day! 🐶✨ How will your pup be spoiled today?
08/10/2025

Wag more, bark less! It’s National Spoil Your Dog Day! 🐶✨ How will your pup be spoiled today?

Happy International Cat Day! ✨ Show us your cat's best "I'm in charge" look. We know they have one! 😼
08/08/2025

Happy International Cat Day! ✨ Show us your cat's best "I'm in charge" look. We know they have one! 😼

🎉🐾 Happy Birthday, Riley! 🐾🎉Today we're sending the biggest birthday wishes to one of our amazing Veterinary Assistants,...
08/07/2025

🎉🐾 Happy Birthday, Riley! 🐾🎉

Today we're sending the biggest birthday wishes to one of our amazing Veterinary Assistants, Riley! 💙🎂

Riley brings so much heart to every shift at the Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country. From caring for our furry patients to supporting our team through the busiest shifts, Riley does it all with compassion and a smile.

🎈 Help us wish Riley a paw-some birthday in the comments! 🎈

DOGust is the official birthday celebration for all rescue dogs with unknown birthdays. We're wishing a happy DOGust to ...
08/01/2025

DOGust is the official birthday celebration for all rescue dogs with unknown birthdays. We're wishing a happy DOGust to the special shelter dogs waiting patiently for their forever homes. 🐾

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1710 NC-105
Boone, NC
28607

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One of the most frightening situations for a pet owner to face is the untimely injury or illness of a beloved family pet. Many times, these situations occur during hours when the family veterinarian is unavailable during weeknights, weekends and holidays. The Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country, PLLC is a facility specially equipped to handle the urgent care needs of pets on an after-hours basis. Located in Boone, NC, this regional referral center serves pets and their owners in the North Carolina and Tennessee mountain communities. The veterinary team at Animal Emergency and Pet Care Clinic of the High Country has been offering exceptional veterinary care to the pets of our community since 2005. We greet every pet owner and pet with the same level of compassionate care, treating each client as though they were a part of our family, and each patient as though they were our own pet. It is our veterinary team’s mission to provide comprehensive, high-quality veterinary care to each and every one of our patients, while also treating their owners with respect and compassion. Our team members are like our family to us, and when you bring your pet to us for care, you are being welcomed into our warm family environment, as well. As members of the veterinary profession, the team at Animal Emergency and Pet Care Clinic of the High Country strives to use our scientific knowledge and veterinary medical skills to benefit animals. We are committed to protecting animal health, relieving suffering, promoting public health, and advancing our knowledge to always enable us to better serve you!