Sandy Paws Animal Hospital

05/29/2026

🐾✨Staff Spotlight: Linda (Administrative Assistant)✨🐾

Linda is our Administrative Assistant; although she's only been with Sandy Paws since September, she has worked in veterinary medicine for almost 20 years and has worn many hats! (and has somehow managed to remain somewhat sane)

When not at work you will find her cycling around Wilmington, enjoying our local breweries (usually with her bearded dragon (Delores) and/or dog (Tovy) in tow!), and being scolded for trying to pet every animal she sees, regardless of its teeth or fangs. Linda firmly believes that all alligators really want their chins scratched, and all snakies just want a boop on their snoot! No animal is off limits for Linda - she wants to pet them all.

05/18/2026

We will be closed Monday 5/25/26 in observance of Memorial Day, and will reopen with normal business hours on Tuesday 5/26/26.

If your pet is in need of urgent medical care, please contact Truss Urgent Care at (910) 900-3763 and located at 1303 Independence Blvd # A, Wilmington, NC 28403

For emergencies, please contact Animal Emergency Trauma Hospital at (910) 790-1070 and located at 50 Greenville Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403

05/15/2026

🐾✨Staff Spotlight: Cat (Reception)✨🐾

Cat was born in the good ol’ days, as referenced by the Christmas picture where she received the best gift ever, her cowgirl outfit. She wishes, to this day, that they made this outfit in an adult size. You can see her younger sister, who had to copy everything she did, but we all know who the real cowgirl is. Cat’s nurturing side is also on full display, cradling a baby doll that was added to her baby doll collection. They weren’t creepy at all in the ‘70s.

The cat (one of twelve- yes, you read that right) is Little Chicky, the worst cat to ever live and the absolute favorite. He is a pro at chewing cords, harassing the other cats, chewing on toothbrushes, and generally destroying anything in his path. He is a goofy little guy, and very loved despite his destructive tendencies.

Cat’s favorite candy is Reese cups, and given the opportunity, she will eat two four packs, make herself sick, swear to never do it again, then eat them again the very next day. It’s a vicious cycle. Second only to the Reese cups is key lime pie, and she believes the only way to eat it is to treat it like a bowl of ice cream and eat the filling from the middle. Don’t judge her.

Cat loves her mom, and her Sandy Paws family. If you run into her in the wild, you may catch her sporting her Sandy Paws hat!

If you ever visit her home, just know that the cats rule the roost. You must love cats and be prepared to be covered in a bit of cat hair. Fair warning!

05/01/2026

Introducingggg Meet the Staff Friday's! We will be posting about our amazing staff so you can get to know us a little better!

First up!

🐾✨Staff Spotlight: Ashlie (Reception/Veterinary Assistant)✨🐾

Ashlie has been apart of the Sandy Paws team since its inception in February 2024. When not at work - she loves to travel, read, have beach & pool days, adventure with her dogs, and train dogs. You may recognize her 2 sidekicks - Leo (husky) & Bay (golden retriever) - who sometimes show up for their shift at the front desk! She loves working in veterinary medicine - especially being able to educate clients about routine wellness services, prevention, and vaccines. She is an integral part of the Sandy Paws and we are so lucky to have her!

04/22/2026

Do you recognize these familiar faces? Meet the front-desk dream team who keep tails wagging and appointments running on time! Raise the "woof" and help us wish a Happy Veterinary Receptionist Week to Ashlie, Sydney, Linda and Cat — thanks for your patience, laughs, and superhero-level multitasking. Stop by the desk today for treats and high-fives! 🐾🐶🐱💞

03/31/2026

🎁 Happy 2nd Birthday Toby!🎈

We hope your birthday is filled with extra treats, belly rubs and all your favorite toys! You deserve to have the paw-fect day!

Drop a 🐶 in the comments to help us wish Toby the happiest birthday ever! 🎂

03/24/2026

Join us in supporting Bayside Service Dogs for their 2nd Annual Golden Ball this May! 🐾🎉

Bayside Service Dogs is a non-profit service dog organization (founded by our fabulous Ashlie Ramsey!), placing specially trained service dogs with children, civilians, and veterans in need at no cost to the client. They were founded in 2023, and through volunteers and the ECU Bayside Service Dogs Club, they've been able to help the community by training and matching these beautiful service dogs. They have placed 2 dogs already, and have 3 more placements lined up this year!

The Golden Ball will be on May 9th at 6pm, and features food, themed cocktails, and an auction you won't want to miss! Proceeds from the auction go back into the dogs by helping cover the cost of food, medical bills, and care for these amazing dogs!
Go to the website below to buy your tickets (only $10 each!) or donate to a worthy cause! : https://donorbox.org/events/910413/steps/choose_tickets

02/16/2026

It's that time of year again! 🥳

We’re so honored to care for your furry family members every day 🐶🐱

If we’ve made your tails wag and your hearts happy, we’d be so grateful for your vote! 💙

Vote for Sandy Paws Animal Hospital as Best Veterinarian in Wilmington!

Cast your vote for the finest in town!

02/14/2026

I’m paws-itive I want you to be my valentine! 💝

02/02/2026

We will be open normal business hours tomorrow, Tuesday 2/3.