Paws and Claws Animal Hospital

We have been coming here for years. Dr. Birken has guided us through numerous issues with our Teacup Poodles with kindness and compassion. Our smallest dog was diagnosed with kidney failure and (thank God) the team at Paws & Claws has kept her going with 3 x a week fluid injections. Special thanks to Sophia who is the 'expert' of injections with our little Aspen. Always so kind and thoughtful. The front desk crew is also fantastic! Definitely a great place to take your best friend. 🙏❤️

Overdue review here… :) Dr. Birken and her team have always been wonderful, committed, and compassionate. We began going to Paws & Claws several years ago with our sons’ first two beloved guinea pigs, Tomás (aka Tom) and Jerry. Jerry developed a more complex neurological issue (right side facial paralysis) as a result of inner ear infections and Dr. Birken recommended we take him to an exotics only practice in Fairfax. So that is where Jerry’s chronic condition was managed for years. Fast forward to April 2021 when Jerry’s situation worsened and we were running out of options to maintain a good quality of life for him. It was heartbreaking but I called Paws & Claws to find out their euthanasia policies because COVID restrictions were still in place everywhere and I did not want to take Jerry all the way to Fairfax for an end of life appointment whenever the time came. I was unable to stifle the tears during my phone call but Jenna was so understanding, comforting, and helpful. She let me know that exceptions were being made for families to be with their pets during euthanasia appointments and to just call when it became necessary. No appointment would be needed. They were happy to help with little Jerry. Less than two weeks later, it was obvious that Jerry was not going to bounce back this time and he needed humane assistance departing this life so we brought him to Paws & Claws. Dr. Birken had not seen Jerry in years, but she remembered him very well when she came out to the car to discuss his situation with us. She explained what would take place and how we could be with Jerry. Dr. Birken had every right to charge an exam fee but she did not. We were only charged for the procedure and that was incredibly generous of her. After everything was done, we brought Jerry home for burial. A very sad day was made more bearable because of the kindness and compassion shown to us by Dr. Birken and her team. A few weeks later, we received a sweet and thoughtful card from Paws & Claws. Even though Jerry had not been an active patient for a few years, everyone there who had ever helped with him in any way wrote a message remembering him! Of course I cried because it brought back many bittersweet memories of his better days, but I was so grateful for the time each of them took to reach out and share their positive sentiments. It was so heartwarming and Dr. Birken’s kind message also reminded me that I made the best choice for Jerry, even though it was most difficult. I will always remember the level of compassion the Paws & Claws team extended and how they recognized that our beloved little Jerry really mattered to many. His life was significant and he was worthy of being fondly remembered. Thank you for truly caring, Dr. Birken, Dr. Spaniol, and the entire team. You will always have a special place in my heart and in my memories.

They are great i tell everyone about Dr B ... She is awesome Bella had cancer over a year ago they told me at that point that they didn't know if she would make it or not.. The other doctors there was unsure if she would make it throw surgery... They said we will do are best.. Dr. B says we'll see what we can to help your baby girl , when they opened her up it was more then they thought .. Dr. B did her Miracles and Bella is still here and still strong... Dr .B takes care of frosty also .. He is happy to go in the door .... Love 🐾paws and claws

My recent experience at Paws and Claws for a vet visit exceeded my expectations on multiple fronts. From the moment I stepped into the clinic, I was greeted by a clean and impressive environment. The doctors at Paws and Claws demonstrated an exceptional level of knowledge. They conducted a comprehensive set of tests to ensure a thorough examination of my pet's health. Their expertise was evident, and they took the time to explain the procedures and results in a way that was easily understandable, making me feel actively involved in the care of my baby. What truly stood out, apart from the medical expertise, was the friendliness and warmth of the staff. Every team member, from the receptionist to the veterinary assistants, was approachable and eager to address any concerns or questions I had. Their genuine care for both the animals and their owners created a welcoming atmosphere that immediately put me at ease. One notable aspect that pleasantly surprised me was the reasonable pricing for the services provided. Despite the high-quality care and extensive tests conducted, the overall cost was reasonable and fair. This combination of affordability and excellence in service is a rare find in veterinary care and further solidified my positive impression of Paws and Claws.

The staff are SUPER friendly and nice but the vets do push product a lot it feels like even when it's not actually necessary and don't give you the pros and cons. Like they "prescribed" what they called a medication for my cat to help clear toxins from his liver disease, but really it was just a probiotic and independent studies showed it had no real effect for that purpose. I just feel like the vet should have known that and not been prescribing it. It's expensive and gave no real benefit to my animal. Plus! Have you ever tried to give a cat a pill orally? Ugh.