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Paws and Claws Animal Clinic Welcome to Paws and Claws Animal Clinic!

We strive to build trust with our clients and patients through personalized, comprehensive care and clear communication.

Dogs have a wonderful way of reminding us to enjoy the little things. Play, exercise, social interaction, and quality ti...
10/31/2026

Dogs have a wonderful way of reminding us to enjoy the little things. Play, exercise, social interaction, and quality time with their favorite people aren’t just fun either. They’re important parts of a dog’s physical and emotional wellbeing. Questions about keeping your dog happy and healthy? Call (304) 763-0103.

Hope everyone is having a great National Cat Day …. Share some of your furry feline family members in the comments.
10/30/2026

Hope everyone is having a great National Cat Day …. Share some of your furry feline family members in the comments.

Healthy portions can be surprisingly easy to underestimate. Measuring meals, accounting for treats, and regularly monito...
10/29/2026

Healthy portions can be surprisingly easy to underestimate. Measuring meals, accounting for treats, and regularly monitoring your pet's body condition can make a big difference over time.

If your pet needs to gain or lose weight, avoid making drastic dietary changes without veterinary guidance. We can help determine an appropriate calorie intake based on their individual needs.

Call (304) 763-0103 for help developing a healthy weight plan.

Exercise supports much more than your pet's waistline. Regular activity can benefit cardiovascular health, mobility, mus...
10/27/2026

Exercise supports much more than your pet's waistline. Regular activity can benefit cardiovascular health, mobility, muscle strength, mental stimulation, and overall quality of life.

The right activity level varies with age, breed, health, and physical ability, so find activities your individual pet can safely enjoy.

How does your pet like to stay active? Call (304) 763-0103 if you'd like help determining an appropriate exercise routine.

Knocking things off the counter may look like mischief, but cats often use their paws to investigate objects and learn a...
10/26/2026

Knocking things off the counter may look like mischief, but cats often use their paws to investigate objects and learn about their environment. Providing toys, climbing spaces, scratching areas, and interactive play can give that curious brain plenty to do. For questions about your cat’s behavior or wellness, call (304) 763-0103.

Come out and see us at the Ghent Fire Department Trunk or Treat - it’s a beautiful afternoon for treats !!
10/24/2026

Come out and see us at the Ghent Fire Department Trunk or Treat - it’s a beautiful afternoon for treats !!

10/23/2026

🐾 Saturday Urgent Care Update 🐾
We know how worrying it can be when your pet needs care, and we want you to know you can still reach us. Our clinic will no longer be open for walk-in urgent care hours on Saturdays, but we will continue to provide on-call services for both current clients and new clients.
If you need to reach the veterinarian on call, please call 304-763-0103 and select the option to be connected to the on-call veterinarian. Whether you’ve been with us for years or are contacting us for the first time, our on-call services remain available to you.
Thank you for your understanding as we make this change. Your pets mean so much to you, and caring for them means so much to us. We’re grateful for your trust and for the opportunity to be part of their care.

A dog's nose can go from wet to dry throughout the day for perfectly normal reasons, including sleeping, weather, activi...
10/23/2026

A dog's nose can go from wet to dry throughout the day for perfectly normal reasons, including sleeping, weather, activity, and hydration.

Instead of judging health by nose moisture alone, watch your dog's overall behavior and symptoms.

If a dry nose is accompanied by lethargy, appetite changes, vomiting, discharge, cracking, sores, or other concerns, call (304) 763-0103.

Sometimes gradual weight gain is hard to notice when you see your pet every day.A healthy body condition involves more t...
10/22/2026

Sometimes gradual weight gain is hard to notice when you see your pet every day.

A healthy body condition involves more than the number on the scale. Your veterinarian can evaluate your pet's ribs, waist, body shape, muscle condition, age, and lifestyle to determine an appropriate weight range.

Wondering where your pet falls? Call (304) 763-0103 to schedule a wellness visit.

Dogs don't always show stress by barking or trying to escape. Their signals can be much more subtle.Repeated yawning, li...
10/20/2026

Dogs don't always show stress by barking or trying to escape. Their signals can be much more subtle.

Repeated yawning, lip licking, turning away, trembling, tucked tails, flattened ears, or suddenly refusing treats may all be ways your dog is communicating discomfort.

Learning to recognize those early signals allows us to make experiences more comfortable. Have concerns about your dog's behavior or anxiety? Call (304) 763-0103.

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2851 Ritter Drive
Shady Spring, WV
25918

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