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Welcome to Riverbank Animal Hospital
Your Walk-In Veterinarian Clinic in Kinston NC
Call us at (252) 523-2122

Pet Emergency? Call us right away at (252) 523-2122!

If you live in Kinston or the surrounding area and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pets – look no further. Dr. Julie Garren is a licensed NC veterinarian, treating all types of pets. Your pets’ health and well being are very important to us, and we take every possible measure to give your animals the care they deserve.

Riverbank Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Dr. Julie Garren has years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular pet wellness care. Beyond first-rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, so your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting our Kinston veterinarian.

We are happy to offer a number of resources that enable you to learn about how to take better care of your pets. Please feel free to browse our site, particularly the informational articles. The best veterinary care for animals is ongoing nutrition and problem prevention, so becoming knowledgeable about preventative pet care is essential to the ongoing success of your animal’s health. If you have any questions, call (252) 523-2122 or email us and we'll promptly get back to you. Our Kinston veterinary office is very easy to get to -- just check out the map below! We also welcome you to subscribe to our newsletter, which is created especially for Kinston pet owners.

At Riverbank Animal Hospital, we treat your pets like the valued family members they are.


Dr. Julie Garren
Kinston Veterinarian | Riverbank Animal Hospital | (252) 523-2122

1559 Hwy 258 South
Kinston, NC 28504

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Meet Our Skilled Team

Learn Who We Are

  • SARAH WHITE
    VET ASSISTANT

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  • KIM WHALEY
    VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST

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  • BROOKLYNN RHODES
    VET ASSISTANT

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  • JEMARIE FERSON
    VET ASSISTANT

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  • CRYSTAL WHALEY
    VET ASSISTANT

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  • MADILYN OUTLAW
    VET ASSISTANT

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  • KAYLA THOMPSON
    VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST

    My name is Kayla and I started at Riverbank Animal Hospital in September of 2022. I’ve got two sweet fur babies of my own. One of them being Oakley (in picture) and another chocolate lab named Kooper. Working here at the clinic I’ve grown to love the passion of Vet Med and am so grateful to be a part of the most loving work family!

  • TIFFANY MOZINGO
    VET ASSISTANT / RECEPTIONIST

    Hi, my name is Tiffany and I have been apart of the Riverbank Animal Hospital family since June of 2022. I'm a huge animal lover, with two dogs of my own. Lilly (left), is my six year old golden retriever and Opal (right), is my one year old labradoodle that I gained as a second fur-baby while working at the clinic! 

  • ERIN GRAVES
    OFFICE MANAGER

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  • DANIELL HOWARD
    VET ASSISTANT

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  • NICOLE ROSE
    VET ASSISTANT

    Nicole Rose started in 2022, it was always a dream of mine to work in vet medicine. I love animals of all breeds and sizes. I have 5 Xl dogs; 3 horses and trail ride every weekend. I’m a mom to a 10-year-old who keeps me on my toes. I grew up in Kinston NC and have taken my pets to Riverbank Animal Hospital my whole life. I look forward to helping all the pets and rescues for years to come!

  • WALTERS BLUE LIGHT SPECIAL GARREN
    LOBBY SUPERVISOR

    WALTER IS A FRENCH BULLDOG WHO GUARDS OUR TREAT BOWL IN THE LOBBY.

  • TUCKER "Tuck Tuck"

    Tucker was brought to RBAH back in summer of 2018 and became part of the family and has never left. His side kick 'Leroy' pal around on the boarding side of our facility.

  • KERRI CAULEY

    Kerri began working for Riverbank Animal Hospital October 2013 as a vet tech and now is a receptionist.

    She was born in Michigan and moved to Kinston, NC in 1994. She is married to her soul mate Ken. They have one son and a grandson. She has a love for animals and has had many different species including horses, dogs, cats and a guinea pig. She has even found homes for strays that have been wondering in need!

    Kerri has a 2-year degree in Graphic Desktop Publishing and a degree from LCC as a Surgical Technician. She has established herself as an important part of Riverbank Animal Hospital. She is very thankful for being here and counts each day as a blessing.

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  • HUNT GARREN
    OWNER

    Hunt is the co owner and also Dr. Garren’s husband. He has been working at Riverbank Animal Hospital since June of 2007. His job duties are accounting, talking with sales reps, ordering pharmaceuticals and fixing problems!

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  • JOYCE CHANDLER
    D.V.M.

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  • JULIE GARREN
    D.V.M.
    OWNER / VETERINARIAN

    I have always loved animals and pets so working with them all day and learning how their bodies work fascinates me. Everyday, I feel like I am making a difference in the lives of not only my pet patients, but also their human families as well.

    Dr. Garren and her husband Hunt bought Riverbank Animal Hospital from Dr. Ray Randall in June of 2007. She is a Veterinarian and performs surgeries and practices internal medicine, diagnostics and treatments.

    Dr. Garren was born in Atlanta, GA, raised in Greer, SC and now lives in Trenton, NC with her husband and two children Carter (girl) and Charlie (boy). She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from The College of Charleston and then went to Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine for her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.

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  • RAY RANDALL
    D.V.M

    Dr. Randall began working at Riverbank Animal Hospital as a boy for his father as kennel help from 1954-1972. After graduating from the University Of Georgia College Of Veterinary Medicine in 1972, he returned to Riverbank Animal Hospital where he has continued to practice veterinary medicine.

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Testimonials

Read What Our Clients Say

    Wiw! What a super sweet staff! They were great with our little puppy and he wasn't scared to go tgere at all! He livws it there! The staff are also cery helpful and answer all of your questions before, during, and after the visit. Highly recommend!

    Britney

    They were kind they were courteous and took good care of my pet. I have to go back again with three more little girls and that's where I'm going. Their prices are very reasonable thanks.

    Kathleen

    Great vets, techs, and front desk staff. Best prices around for microchipping, shots, and getting animals fixed(other than VIP petcare but their wait is longer). Their rooms are clean and well equipped

    Joy

    $200 to get our dog spayed, great price, and the boarding there was $13 a day and our dog got a good amount of time and attention.

    Keefe
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Hours Of Operation

Monday:

7:00 am-5:30 pm

Tuesday:

7:00 am-5:30 pm

Wednesday:

7:00 am-5:30 pm

Thursday:

7:00 am-5:30 pm

Friday:

7:00 am-5:30 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-2:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

Doctors Office Hours

Monday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

ONLY ONE VET SO HOURS WILL VARY

Thursday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-1:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed