Paws & Claws Animal Clinic
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How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Paws & Claws Animal Clinic
Preventive care
Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.
Compare prescription pricing
Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.
Consider pet insurance
Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.
Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page
Looking for information about Paws & Claws Animal Clinic? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.
How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider
Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.
We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.
How rankings are determined
Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Adoro | 19 |
| 4.5 | AKC | 1,801 |
| 4.4 | ASPCA | 12,232 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,979 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,924 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,868 |
| 4.4 | Hartville | 183 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 11,375 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 833 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,416 |
| 4.7 | MetLife | 11,290 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 25,718 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 121 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 15,355 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,868 |
| 4.7 | Pumpkin | 3,556 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 11,604 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 55,033 |
Compare Pet Insurance Plans
You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.
Getting to Know Your Veterinarian
Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.
Experience
Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
Emergency Care Procedures
It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.
Communication Preferences
Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.
Breed Specific Health Considerations
Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.
Facility Tour
If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.
Final Note
Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.
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Reviews from Google
129 reviews
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)!
Jul 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.
Jul 1, 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.
Apr 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.
May 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!
Jun 2, 2023