Great care by caring staff. Never a concern taking our pets here. Good solid advice for home care…read morealso and reassuring if more questions surface. Staff are kind and everyone seems to have a good sense of humor!

RUN, don't walk, with your dog (or cat) to Pleasure Island Animal Hospital! We recently got a new…read morepuppy that has had so many skin conditions. The vet we had been going to was having a hard time figuring out and diagnosing what was going on. We had gone 7 different times because switching to Pleasure Island. In ONE visit, Dr Morden did what the other vet could not do. Not only that, but the entire team there (front desk, techs, and doctors) are so personable and kind. I could tell that Enzo felt comfortable there. They are easy to get into for an appointment, appropriately priced, and quick to put together a plan for concerns. I'm so thankful that we switched to this vet and won't be going back to any other. (To give even more confidence, we drive from Rocky Point to Carolina Beach to go here....)

I was referred to Needham Animal Hospital by a new friend when I moved to Wilmington a couple of…read moremonths ago. They did not disappoint. Upon arrival, I was welcomed by the receptionist and my vet tech was wonderful and positive. My pup, Beau, isn't the biggest fan of vets (he's actually quite the opposite), so I personally dread this visit as much as he does because he gets so nervous and anxious, and I know it's quite a job to handle him. The experience I had at Needham and with Dr. Stephanie Crow was the best experience I've ever had with a vet. My last vet visit was a very poor one (at another establishment before I moved), so I was extra nervous, especially establishing at a new location. Stephanie walked in with the biggest smile on her face (especially after I knew Beau was likely difficult) and just loved him so much. She sat right there on the floor beside Beau with me, answered all of my questions, explained every medication to me, and made me feel right at ease. My boyfriend and I both were VERY pleased all around. The pricing was also standard for an animal hospital (and was actually a LOT cheaper than what I was used to at an establishment in Cary, NC before I moved). I'm pleased here. All of this to say, I am SO happy I established here. I know that they will take care of Beau (and my nerves) on every visit. It means the WORLD as a pet parent knowing that you're taking them to a place who loves them as much as you do! Highly recommend!!

I want to thank the doctor and staff at Needham for being very compassionate and caring today when…read morewe brought in our very sick lab to say goodbye and help her over the rainbow bridge. I am so glad we found this facility. And would highly recommend to to anyone looking for a caring Vet facility.

I was a loyal client of Highsmith Animal Hospital for nearly 30 years. Dr. Highsmith and his team…read moreprovided exceptional, compassionate care that made the practice feel like family. Sadly, that legacy has not continued. Since Dr. Highsmith's quiet retirement (with no formal announcement), the practice has changed dramatically. Long-time staff left, and the new team seems more focused on upselling than care. I was handed a thousand-dollar dental estimate after a vet told me it wasn't needed. Prescriptions now require in-person pickup, and I receive excessive marketing emails--sometimes 11 in a single month. Most disappointing: I sent a detailed letter 10/3/25 to the new owner, Dr. Crawford, expressing my concerns and offering a chance to respond. No one replied. If you value transparency, consistency, and genuine care, this may no longer be the right place. I truly hope they find their way back to the values that built their reputation. Apparently they are also changing the name at least thats good as it no longer reflects Highsmith's steller values.

I have been a dog & cat parent for many years. I have been bringing my pets here before it was Dr…read more Highsmith's practice, when he was younger. They are the most skilled & compassionate caregivers that I have ever experienced, with 1 exception, the Emergency Vetinary clinic that is on a similar level. Great vet ER and great vet patient care by Highsmith Animal Hospital during the day. They have saved several of my dogs lives and treated our diabetic cat with grace until he passed. Thank you for all you do. Now, a new generation of puppy has been introduced to the staff.

Started great. I have 4 dogs and they parked out front and took each one and trimmed their nails…read moreand charged $15 per dog! Then one day instead of $45 they tried to charge $105! Now $25 per dog and and $30 van charge!!! Never again.

I've been grooming my own dogs the past 8 months. I have three. I called this place and spoke to…read moreLori for quite awhile. Super nice gal. Nicole came today did a complete groom on two of my boys, and a face clean up on my little girl. She did them all exactly how I wanted. She was very nice and they all are happy campers after their groom. Their prices really aren't much more than if you took them to a groomer, so for me this was super convenient. I will definitely use Nicole again and reccomend them.

Brinkley thoroughly enjoyed his weekly puppy grooming sessions (low and slow). He did it! He…read morehas his first big boy schnauzer cut, and he knows he looks great!!! He's been extra zesty and playful, with several stops at the mirror for a look-LOL. Thanks ladies for all the loving TLC and patience. He has had a great experience with Von Barkees Spa. His next spa appointment has already been made!

Both pups (mini golden doodle and cocker/chihuahua) turned out great! Very happy with the team and…read morehow they cared for my dogs.

I love this service! When she first started her business, I would have her walk my chubby Jack…read moreRussel, (Carly) every week day, at a rate of $150 a week. We have a few nanny cams set up for the baby and could see she would spend a lot of time playing with Carly and take her for a long walk. You can really tell she loves dogs. My dog was always more calm at the end of the day.. Being a small breed dog, she was very energetic and you could definitely tell the extra exercise was helping her. Carly even started to shed a little weight! I've since moved out of the area, but whenever I go back to visit friends and family, I still hire her to take Carly out if I have a busy day planned. Carly loves her and gets very excited when we mention the walker (A.J)'s name! I would HIGHLY recommend this service. You won't get better care anywhere else!

DO NOT USE THIS DOG/PET SERVICE! She DOES NOT WALK your dogs! We paid her on average $300/month…read moreto have her visit our two dogs once a day, 4 times a week. We noticed our dogs were restless at night and had tons of energy. Our neighbor told us she noticed the walker was in and out of the house in 10 minutes...and did not take the dogs on a walk. We set up cameras and sure enough..she took our money...left our dogs in the house for 10 hour days..and only let them out back to use the bathroom!! Her visits were 7 MINUTES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you love your animals - this is NOT the walker/caretaker you want!!!!!!

The absolute best! We've been going there for many years, first with our greyhounds and now with…read moreour dachshunds. The care is first-rate. They took care of our greyhound Woody for two weeks after he got into a nest of copperheads, and there's no doubt in my mind that they saved his life. I wouldn't take my girls anywhere else.

Staff very rude and non-accommodating. Spewed extremely foul language at my husband and me. Quite…read moreinaccessible most of the time.

My dogs love this place! Great people! Love dogs! Very helpful and friendly! Very clean and well…read morekept!

Thank you so much for your support of our raffle basket to help raise funds for our hounds at…read moreFreedombridgeanimalrescue! We are most grateful!