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Claws N Paws Animal Hospital

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Claws N Paws Animal Hospital

Claws N Paws Animal Hospital, Elkridge Veterinarian, Animal Clinic. Claws N Paws serves Columbia, El

Claws 'N' Paws is a full service Animal Hospital serving Elkridge and its surrounding areas (Columbia, Ellicott City and Arundel Mills) in Howard County, Maryland as well as Baltimore City and Baltimore County. We treat both emergency and less urgent medical, surgical, and dental cases. The Chief Of Staff, Dr. Nitin Singh, member of the AVMA and the MAVMA, has been providing excellent veterinary care in the state of Maryland since 2006.

10/31/2026

🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN from the creatures who live in your house rent-free!

Tonight’s forecast:
👻 Your dog will report 73 suspicious visitors. All of them children.
🐈‍⬛ Your cat will knock something off a shelf and blame paranormal activity.
🦴 A treat will disappear under mysterious circumstances. The suspect will request another.
📸 You will take 46 costume photos. One will be usable. It will feature your thumb.

A few house rules for the haunting: keep candy out of paw’s reach, secure the front door against escape artists, and give pets a quiet retreat from the festivities. Costumes are optional—being adorable is already a full-time job. 🧡

Wishing you more treats than tricks and absolutely no veterinary plot twists! 🐾

10/28/2026

🎃 Why buy a Halloween costume when your entire personality already comes with accessories?

We’re putting pet life in a costume bag—and some of these feel suspiciously like someone’s been watching us. 👀

Each costume comes complete with oddly specific habits, questionable decisions and accessories you probably already have somewhere under the couch.

Assembly required. Dignity sold separately. Batteries not included. 🐾

👉 Swipe through the collection—which costume is your pet?

10/26/2026

👀 The Creature from Beneath the Bed
Two glowing eyes. One suspicious rustle. And a paw that reminds you your ankles are technically within reach. 🐈‍⬛

Before you call an exorcist, it’s probably just your cat enjoying some privacy.

Why do cats hide under the bed?
🛏️ It feels safe. A sheltered spot lets them stay tucked away while keeping an eye on what’s happening.
💤 They want uninterrupted rest. Apparently, “just one more forehead kiss” is not part of their nap schedule.
🙀 Something feels overwhelming. Visitors, loud noises, new pets or changes at home can send them seeking a quieter space.
🩺 They may not feel well. Pain or illness can also cause cats to hide, especially if it’s a new habit or they’re hiding more than usual.

Give your cat comfortable hiding spots and let them emerge on their own terms. If their hiding habits change—or you notice changes in eating, energy or litter box use—contact us.

Respect the tiny tenant beneath your bed. But keep tabs on them, too. 🖤

10/24/2026

Last call for a little thanks! 🐾💚 Entries close TODAY, October 24!

Has the Claws N Paws Animal Hospital team made a difference for you and your pet? Share your story with Snout to enter our hospital in the 2026 giveaway.

Your kind words could help our caring team win—and would mean so much to us! 🧡

Submit your story today: https://vta.snout.com

10/23/2026

Gentle hands. Comforting scratches. Care worth celebrating. 🐱💚

We’re celebrating the skill and compassion our veterinary technicians bring to Claws N Paws Animal Hospital every day.

Have a special memory of our team caring for your pet? Share it with Snout to enter our hospital in the 2026 giveaway.

Send a little thanks by October 24: https://vta.snout.com

10/22/2026

Behind every little nose is a pet we’re grateful to care for. 🐶🧡

From gentle reassurance to support when you need it most, those moments matter. If our Claws N Paws Animal Hospital team has made a difference in your pet’s life, share your story with Snout to enter our hospital in their giveaway!

Enter by October 24: https://vta.snout.com

10/21/2026

Little snouts. Big thanks. A whole lot of heart. 🐾💚

This National Vet Tech Week, help give the Claws N Paws Animal Hospital team some extra recognition! Share how our team has made a difference for you and your pet to enter our hospital in Snout’s 2026 giveaway.

Submit your story by October 24: https://vta.snout.com

10/19/2026

👻 Monster of the Week: small villains, big pet problems.

They don’t knock. They don’t need an invitation. And they definitely don’t leave when Halloween ends. Meet the lineup our veterinary team wants you to watch for:

🧛 Fleas: The Tiny Vampires
Their bites can cause intense itching and allergic skin reactions. These unwanted guests can also settle into your home, making consistent, pet-appropriate prevention important.

🕷️ Ticks: The Hitchhikers
They attach to pets and can transmit disease. Check your pet after outdoor adventures and ask us which tick protection fits their lifestyle.

🪱 Intestinal Worms: The Hidden Houseguests
Some pets have no obvious symptoms—and you won’t always see worms in their stool. Stool testing helps us find infections that might otherwise go unnoticed.

🦷 Dental Disease: The Creature Beneath the Gumline
Bad breath isn’t always just “dog breath.” Inflamed gums, painful teeth and trouble chewing deserve a closer look. Home dental care and veterinary dental exams work together to protect that smile.

👂 Ear Infections: The Head-Shaking Haunting
Scratching, redness, odour or discharge can signal a problem. Different causes need different treatments, so skip the mystery drops and let us investigate.

📞 Noticed something suspicious? Call our team to schedule a visit or review your pet’s preventive care. These villains don’t deserve a sequel. 🎬🐾

10/16/2026

🎬 THE UNTRIMMED CLAW 🐾
Coming soon to a hardwood floor near you.

Click. Click. Click.
Something is coming down the hallway.
And it desperately needs a nail trim. 😳

The villain? Overgrown nails.
The soundtrack? Impossible to ignore.
The victim? Your legs when someone gets excited to see you.

Long nails can make walking uncomfortable and may snag, split or curl into paw pads. A little routine care can help keep this thriller from becoming a painful sequel.

📞 Call us to schedule a nail trim—let’s give those claws a less dramatic ending! 😂

10/14/2026

👻 A haunted house, but it’s a veterinary practice…

Behind every door:
🍫 A dog who ate the entire bag of chocolate. Including the evidence.
🐈 A suspiciously untouched litter box.
🦮 Retractable leashes stretched across the waiting room like tripwires.
🫣 “He doesn’t bite…” whispered from the shadows.
💊 “Did I give Cooper his medication today?”
💻 And somewhere down the hall… “Well, Google said…”

And that’s just the first hallway. 👻😂

All jokes aside, you never have to be afraid to tell our team what happened—or what you’ve read online. Honest details help us care for your pet. 🧡

Address

6500 Washington Boulevard
Elkridge, MD
21075

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 6pm

Website

http://vetscolumbia.com/

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