Paws & Claws Veterinary Clinic
4.7 (324) 302 Acker St, Sanger, TX 76266, USAHours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Paws & Claws Veterinary Clinic
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,797 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,110 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,782 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,395 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,832 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,065 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 822 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 8,691 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 24,878 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 8,936 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 3,142 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,938 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,032 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,694 |
| 4.4 | Adoro | 5 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
If I could give them a 0 star I would. Their lack of professionalism, common decency and customer service is unreal. My family and I recently had our dog euthanized that was scheduled for a certain time, they made my father wait in the car with our old dog that was not able to lay down for almost 2 hours because I’m assuming they didn’t want him in the facility during business hours. Our sweet family dog that would never hurt a fly stood in pain in the truck for almost 2 hours after his scheduled appointment time. Dr. Shellie Wallace was very unprofessional and demoralizing with my father during the process once they finally made it inside. We just received a letter of gratitude from the clinic in which misgendered our beloved dog which was extremely painful to read. I would never in a million years wish this upon any family.
posted: 12/08/2025
Edited 11.22.24 from my original post from 2021, to add: Today we said good-bye to our sweet boy Dood. The minute I took him in 2.5 years ago, I took him to be checked out and then neutered by Doc Wallace. Fast forward 2 years, he recently started having health issues at only 5 years old and Doc Wallace and Team were there through all of it, from referral to a specialist to his final moments only 2 weeks later. I certainly appreciate her candor and compassion, as well as the team's. As long as I live in the area, they'll remain my go-to people. This is the sweetest bunch of people I've met in a long time. My dog went in and out in 10 min, all vaccinations completed and the Rabies tag was personalized with her name and my phone number. Hands down, the best! Reasonably priced, too.
posted: 11/22/2024
I made an appointment here because my dog wouldn't stop scratching herself and I had checked her for fleas and she didn't have any so I get to the place at the time of the appointment and they have me go back and wait in my car because I didn't have an area to sit inside and after three hours of waiting I decide to go back in and it turns out they forgot about me even though I called an hour after they told me to wait telling me I was next. When they finally take my dog in they do a quick check and give me some medicine to give to my dog and I asked if they had already given any to her but they said no, so all this time they couldnt give the medicine to my dog to at least calm her itchiness, they had me do that. I asked for them to cut my dogs nails and they cut maybe 3 nails because my dog didnt like it. I know this, thats why I take her to the vet. I can understand that business is half off days or stressful and more busy days but it wasn't just the fact that I had to wait three hours in my car with my dog scratching her self desperately just because they forgot that we were there waiting but it was also The vets attitude that was very unpleasant. I typically don't leave long and bad reviews like these but after that experience I couldn't keep silent.
posted: 06/27/2025
The entire staff is absolutely AMAZING. I can’t express how thankful I am for this team. They spent so much time with my baby and helping me with him. I have the upmost respect for doctor Wallace. She is so knowledgeable and has so much love for these animals. She puts her heart and soul into our pets. Thank y’all for everything you have done to help Thor through this time in his life.
posted: 01/24/2025
We love the service and care that our two dogs receive at Paws & Claws. The vet techs treat our pups like their own and Dr. Wallace has done a superb job managing severe skin allergies and Cushing's disease. We highly recommend Paws & Claws!
posted: 10/22/2022