River Run Animal Hospital

★ 4.7 · 332 Google reviews·Veterinary clinic·Charlotte, NC
River Run Animal Hospital, Charlotte
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.4 /10Excellent · 332 reviews · top 51% in Charlotte
Sources
Behind the 9.4
Reviews read
332 on Google
Average stars
4.70 ★
Rank
#80 of 166 in Charlotte
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published1 of 27From their website, 2026-09-07

River Run Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Charlotte, NC, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.4/10 (excellent) from 332 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars — #80 of 166 in Charlotte. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 1.

Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.

About this place

River Run Animal Hospital, established in 2000, provides comprehensive and compassionate veterinary care for pets in Charlotte, North Carolina. Our team of dedicated veterinarians offers services including wellness care, dentistry, surgery, orthopedics, urgent care, emergency care, boarding, grooming, and dog daycare. At River Run Animal Hospital, we don’t just treat pets—we welcome them into a space where they are loved, respected, and cared for like our own. We see dogs and cats and are always

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
VeterinaryDaycareBoardingGrooming
Type
Veterinary practice
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Charlotte
#80 of 166
Google rating
★4.7 (332)
From downtown
8.7 mi
Neighborhood
Dixie - Berryhill
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

1/27

1 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-07. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Operations1 of 21 published
Staff certificationFear Free certified
Their words
“Fear-free isn’t just about better experiences It’s about longer and happier lives. Fear Free Certified”riverrunah.com/
Show 26 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

9.4ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★304
4 ★6
3 ★2
2 ★5
1 ★15
★ 4.70Google average
332reviews behind the score
★ 4.73Charlotte average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

calm environment 14annual check up 7thorough explanations 5unrushed appointments 4thorough exam 4microchip scanning 2treating pets like their own 2fear free protocols 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Hours

Mon
8 AM–6 PM
Tue
8 AM–6 PM
Wed
8 AM–6 PM
Thu
8 AM–6 PM
Fri
8 AM–6 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

CLT · Charlotte Douglas
4 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 6 PM
Open Sunday
No

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

6250 Caden Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278

8.7 miles from downtown Charlotte · Dixie - Berryhill · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomLGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespaceAppointment requiredAppointments recommendedPaid parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about River Run Animal Hospital

What services does River Run Animal Hospital offer?
River Run Animal Hospital is listed as a veterinarian in Charlotte, NC, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does River Run Animal Hospital charge?
We did not find a published rate on River Run Animal Hospital's website when we checked it (2026-09-07); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Charlotte median published boarding rate is $54/night across 65 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at River Run Animal Hospital?
River Run Animal Hospital's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-07). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does River Run Animal Hospital compare with other Charlotte facilities?
It ranks #80 of 166 in the Charlotte index by Dogs Away score (9.4/10, excellent), based on 332 Google reviews averaging 4.7 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

River Run Animal Hospital, Charlotte, NC. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-07. https://dogsaway.co/charlotte-nc/river-run-animal-hospital/

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