Paws & Claws Animal Clinic
4.4 (129) 2851 Ritter Dr, Shady Spring, WV 25918, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Paws & Claws Animal 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 889 |
| 4.7 | ASPCA | 5,697 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 10,255 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 174 |
| 4.4 | Figo | 587 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 164 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 7,475 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 781 |
| 3.2 | ManyPets | 11 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 424 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,391 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.7 | PetPartners | 98 |
| 4.5 | Pets Best | 7,194 |
| 4.3 | Pumpkin | 54 |
| 4.7 | Spot | 160 |
| 4.8 | Trupanion | 55,007 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 124 |
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
this is a great vets office, they always manage to take care of my dog, Sammie, even with his temperament issues. Me and my family decided to go on a week long vacation, but we flew, and the hotel we were staying at did not allow pets, so we decided to board him at Paws and Claws. My dog was 5 pounds and 2 ounces when we left him there, which is the average for a Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie), and we had very high expectations for this vets office due to their reputation and their reviews. We didn’t get any calls updating us on how he was doing, but when we picked him up they said, “Oh yeah, he did SO good!” When we got home my mom asked me to weigh him, (his spine was poking out more than what it used to, and he just felt skinnier. (I’m sure all dog owners would understand, you know what your dog feels like, you know?) He lost 6 ounces (he weighs 4.6 lbs now.) A small dog breed like Sammie, should never be under 5 lbs, as that is the lowest average for the breed in general. I am in no way bashing this company or this vets office, but I feel as if they spent more quality time with him other than “play time” with the other dogs, he would’ve felt more comfortable eating, (that’s if they even left the food bowl in his kennel the WHOLE time because my dog won’t down a WHOLE bowl in ONE feeding due to his size.) Again, I am not bashing this vets office at all, I still enjoy their work, but the boarding house needs some work. UPDATE: My dog has fleas!! When i say fleas, i mean FLEAS!! Not to mention I was only supposed to pay $180, and they charged me $295 because they decided to give him more shots!! (he had an appointment a few days before we boarded him)!
posted: 07/31/2023
I have been coming here for almost 2 years now. But yesterday, I had to make the hardest decision of my life. The people here gave me all the time in the world to spend with my sweet girl, one more time. The love, compassion, and consideration they showed was unreal. I am forever thankful for the time they gave me yesterday to make my decision. These people not only care deeply for animals, but care just as much for their owners. The way that everything was done was pure professionalism. I am so glad that my Chloe was not only taken care of by these people, but was also loved until the end. Thank you, Paws and Claws for all you do for our furry friends. I will never go anywhere else.
posted: 07/01/2023
I recently moved to the Shady Springs WV. area and was seeking a reputable Veterinarian for my 2 babies, after research and checking the online reviews I decided to contact Paws & Claws Animal Clinic since most of the reviews were positive and also the closest Veterinarian to me. I called to make an appointment and Tonya ( the receptionist) was helpful in scheduling me an appointment the next day. My entire visit from beginning to end exceeded my expectations. Tonya at the front desk was very customer friendly as well as Kenny, Autumn and Chloe. Dr. Black was very professional, attentive to my pets needs and also easy to communicate with. The entire staff I mentioned above I feel was sincere in the overall care for my pets needs and I will continue to use for my pets care in the future. My follow up visit two weeks later Hannah was the assistant to Dr. Black and she also was very friendly and customer oriented.
posted: 04/27/2023
As funny as this will sound I took one of my 8 week old chickens in because of a terribly bad toe injury. Called every other vet I could find in a 75 mile radius and called paws and claws and sure enough they see chickens. Some $ later and I was able to get antibiotics and a gel spray for the injury for my baby chicken and now have a trusted vet for the rest of my flock. If you’re local and need a vet for poultry needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to them. Very thankful for them.
posted: 05/15/2023
My parents live in the area and my dog has had to take some "unexpected" visits to the vet while visiting and the team has always taken the best care of my Louis!
posted: 06/02/2023