Excellent care, excellent training. My horses have never been so happy and have performed well at…read moreshows. BA is the best!

A very "pawsitive" experience! I connected with KCK when I was searching for a local breeders on…read morethe AKC website; once I saw Tony's reels and how cared for his litters were, I felt very comfortable in moving forward and as Queens Sheba and Neffi were preparing to birth their litters, Tony kept us frequently updated. When we went to the kennels and Barkley picked us, Tony gave us all the requisite paperwork to register our puppy, which I did right away. As we navigate these early puppymoon days, we thank KCK heartily for bringing such chaotic, energetic joy into our house.

Our horseback ride on the pristine private beach of Cedar Island with Devon was absolutely…read moreunforgettable. The island itself feels untouched and magical, with wide stretches of soft sand, sweeping dunes, and the sound of the surf setting a perfect rhythm for the ride. The horses were beautifully trained--calm, responsive, and clearly well cared for--which made the experience feel both safe and exhilarating. Devon was an exceptional guide: knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about the island's history and ecology. Her easygoing confidence allowed us to relax and fully enjoy the scenery. This is a must‑do experience for any coastal adventurer.

This was our very first time at the Cedar Island Riding Stables, but not our first trail ride. It…read morewas hands down the BEST ride we have ever had. There were only three riders which made it so special Allison, our guide, was absolutely wonderful. Immediately you could tell she loves these horses and takes outstanding care of them. Allison has a relaxed, helpful manner and it is apparent that she LOVES her job. We loved it so much that we returned the very next day for a private riding lesson

You know that sleepy little New Bern is changing when they get a stand up paddleboarding business…read moredowntown. But with both the Trent and the Neuse Rivers, as well as numerous creeks, it makes perfect sense. My family and I rented a paddleboard from Stand Up Outfitters this past weekend. It listed on their website that they had three types for rent, but when we got there they only had one. This is by no means a problem since we were just tooling around on the Neuse but a testament to the store's popularity. The price was ridiculously affordable and they offered to pick it up at my father in law's house. The owner even offered to let us borrow pfd's since you need to have one on your board in NC. We had a great time and look forward to renting from them again.

Can't rave enough about this place and the folks who run it. They stayed open late when traffic…read morekept me from making it before closing, then spent extra time filling me in about surf spots to explore. I'd recommend their expertise and company to anyone who loves the water! Oh, and their gear was both reasonably priced and excellently displayed. Rad shop, good people!

Supper fun place! I have gone with four friends and they had a large amount of carts and there was…read moreplenty of room on the track for the five of us and another person to drive around as fast as we liked. The go-carts drive really well and you can go super fast of safe and slow. Going fast isn't as scary as it sounds- great feeling the wind! However, I'd recommend squinting your eyes or even wearing some sort of shield over your eyes (glasses or sunglasses work too) because there's lots of grime and dirt that comes flying up into your face when you go fast. There's also traffic lights around the track, so when the lights go yellow it means the time is almost up, and red means to slow down and get ready to pull up. The place is super fun but just go at your own risk because there's not too many safety precautions other seatbelts and restraints, and when the carts bump the impact isn't exactly smooth. Oh, and about the people who work there- They have clearly changed who works there because now the people are really nice and amicable, and willing to answer any questions we had.

the owner was super nice, but the kid working outside with the smooth ass helmet hair and…read moresunglasses gave a speech about not being bumper cars and if they saw you hitting they would remove you. then the same kid working got in a cart and proceeded to rear end me 6 times while i was going around. i understand i wasn't taking the corners the fastest possible but pass me don't hit me.

I have been waiting to address a series of very inconvenient veterinary appointments that I had…read morewith Newport Animal Clinic. I was on the fence about whether or not I was going to say anything on a social media platform. That decision has been made for me by the manager of this business, who made his own post gloating about his decision! It was a very stressful event that almost left Wade, our 10-month-old Lab, very ill when dismissed. They did not cause the illness; it was a lack of competence and knowledge that led to a very serious situation. So, Mr. Jason Church, let's talk about your human decency, share the facts that you left out, and see what the public opinion is. At no point was I rude, loud, or angry with you, so please explain how your professionalism and patience were tested! The events and timeline below are what happened and what was also relayed to the vet office throughout the event. On July 12, I took Wade swimming on the Neuse River. Later that evening, he had a limp in his hind leg. I examined the leg and didn't see any pain or injury. He has limped on that leg before but has gotten better with rest. Monday, he seemed back to normal with no limp. Tuesday morning, he didn't want to eat. He has done that a few times before, so I didn't see a concern. Tuesday afternoon, he appeared to be in a lot of pain! I immediately called the vet, and we were able to get there at 4:15 PM. I gave the details above by phone. My girlfriend arrived with him and gave the details above, and when I arrived, I gave those details again. They examined his leg and said they didn't see a lot of pain in it but felt an ankle pop. They took X-rays of the leg and did not see anything. They prescribed pain meds, inflammation meds, and a sedative. Tuesday evening, he would not eat, and I had to hold the food bowl for him. He was getting lethargic, so I checked to make sure they had not already given him meds before giving them to him. Wade continued showing signs of pain and lethargy all night. I figured it was the meds. Wednesday morning, Wade was very lethargic, would not eat or drink, and had blood in his stool. I called the vet as soon as they opened, explained the situation, and asked for them to see him again. They agreed. When I got home to pick Wade up, he seemed to be in more pain, and he had blood in his stool again, which I collected for them to examine. When I picked Wade up to put him in the car, the pain was very intense while lifting under his belly and neck. I arrived and explained all the new signs. They did not want the stool sample. They examined his anus by finger and found blood but did no tests. They X-rayed his stomach and declared there was no blockage. They decided to stop the prescribed meds and gave him an indigestion medication instead. Wednesday night, Wade's pain and lethargy continued to worsen, and he would not eat or drink anything. Thursday morning, he was getting worse. I again called the vet and wanted another appointment. The answer I got blew my mind. I was told to just try and feed him rice and walk him! I responded, "What do you mean? He is getting worse, and I've been trying that," to which the reply was that according to the vet's clinical assessment, she doesn't see anything wrong! They did not refer me to another vet; they sent me home with no answer. I said I didn't agree and that he needs to see the vet. At that point, I got, "Try Swansboro." So, I called all closer options hoping to get in somewhere immediately but ultimately ended up at Swansboro, where Wade was examined and found to have a temperature of over 105!!! The Swansboro story is also horrible, and he almost died there from an overmedicated situation that left him barely moving with a temp of 98. But this is about Newport Animal Clinic, the small-town, caring clinic that wants to provide that hometown feeling of care. That's why I went there, but that's not what I got! With all that was presented above, they never checked his temp, his vitals, or for any kind of infection. When I called to question why they hadn't done so, I was met with the first excuse of, "Well, you told us you took him swimming but not where!" They admitted they did not take any temperature. I am flabbergasted at the excuse but had to continue to face what was in front of me with Wade. After everything was said and done, it was time to talk to Jason Church. At this point, I had been speaking with the lady at the desk, who was very great to deal with and kept me up to date on how they were making changes because of the situation and that the doctor had never even heard of what Wade has. The receptionist was the only one who reached out through this whole ordeal with any concern. I asked at the beginning of each call if she was calling on her own accord or if the vet asked her to call, and it was not the vet. The conversation with Jason was to get some closure, I guess, and yes, I felt like the lack of care warranted a refund. That is not what I

I took my labs to Dr Westbrook for many yrs. He is a great vet. Sarah is a very compassionate about…read moreanimals. When my Charcoal Labrador Retriever passed away it was very hard on me. She was a gift I received from a boyfriend when I returned from deployment. She was only 6 weeks old. My adorable little light charcoal puppy with blue eyes ~ Stormy Rain. I moved to Morehead City in 2013 and was in need of a local vet. That's when I heard great things about Dr Westbrook and his staff so I chose him to treat my Stormy. In 2014, he removed a large tumor from her neck. She recovered well and went on to live, until she passed away at 14 yrs old. I loved her dearly and was heartbroken when I lost her. She was my {Navy} baby girl ~ my first lab. Dr. Westbrook and his staff took care of everything. I received a sympathy card, with a special poem inside, from the staff at Newport Animal Clinic.

Everyone at PetDocks goes above and beyond to always make time for my dogs. They are attentive,…read morepatient and caring. They always remember my parade of dogs and their personalities. I feel like I'm always there with one of them and it's always a pleasant experience. They always set me in for emergencies & take time to listen.

Been here a few times and it has been pleasant every-time. I take my cat Pico here and they are so…read moregentle and caring for your animal. Very informative and always answer any questions I have. It's about a 35 minute drive from me and thought there's a vet office 10 minutes away I will always chose Pet Docks! Thank you guys!

I am a dog sitter and I heard a lot of wonderful things about this particular vet Dr Ward from many…read moreof my clients. I was unhappy with the veterinary clinic I had been going to in New Bern as there were just too many doctors and it seemed like we were just shuffled in and out paying way too much and then I felt like I couldn't get a straight answer. Once I switched over to 70 West I no longer felt like just a number, the staff were so loving and caring. Never trying to upsell me and you could tell they truly cared. There's only one vet, which I prefer,but his vet techs and other staff are amazing people that you can just tell they love the animals they care for and that they're not just in it for the money. They showed us so much empathy when we had to put our sweet Oliver to rest. I know they put our pup at ease and that he felt loved all the way up to the very end. I will forever be grateful to them for showing such love and empathy. I didn't have that experience at the other place when we had to put our other baby girl down. They just kept blabbing on and on and wouldn't give us the privacy to grieve afterwards. Plus when the vet gave her the shot she yelped in pain! I will never forget that either. I highly recommend Dr Ward and his staff at 70 West Veterinary.

I was impressed with the first visit for a check up. Since then, our dog has developed an auto…read moreimmune disease. Dr. Ward and staff have been great with explanations and advice on care. They love my dog almost as much as we do!