About Paws & Claws Animal Hospital
About Us

Your Pet's Second Home

Paws & Claws Animal Hospital was founded in 2010 by Dr. Sofia Vasquez with a simple belief: every pet deserves the same quality of medical care that we expect for ourselves. What started as a small two-exam-room clinic on South Lamar has grown into a full-service veterinary hospital serving over 8,000 patients across the greater Austin area.

Our team of three veterinarians, eight veterinary technicians, and five client service professionals shares a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based medicine. We invest in continuing education, advanced diagnostic equipment, and a Fear-Free certified environment because we believe that how we deliver care matters as much as what we deliver.

We are not a corporate chain. Paws & Claws is independently owned, which means our medical decisions are guided by what is best for your pet — not by a corporate headquarters. We take the time to know your pet by name, understand their personality, and build a relationship that lasts for the lifetime of your animal.

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Compassion First

Every animal receives gentle, patient care. We take the time to understand your pet's unique needs and temperament.

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Advanced Medicine

State-of-the-art diagnostics, digital radiography, and in-house lab work provide fast, accurate results when your pet needs them.

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Fear-Free Certified

Our entire team is trained in low-stress handling techniques that reduce anxiety and make vet visits calmer for pets and owners alike.

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Community Partner

We sponsor local rescue organizations, offer reduced-cost spay/neuter clinics, and volunteer at Austin-area shelters year-round.

How We Grew

Our History

New Patient Registration

Call or book online to schedule your first visit. We will send you digital intake forms to complete at home so we can learn about your pet's history, lifestyle, and any current concerns before you arrive.

First Visit Exam

Your pet receives a comprehensive nose-to-tail exam in a calm, Fear-Free environment. We take the time to listen to your concerns, review your pet's history, and establish a baseline of their health.

Diagnosis & Care Plan

Based on our findings, we develop a personalized care plan that may include diagnostics, treatment, preventive recommendations, or specialist referrals — all discussed with you before we proceed.

Ongoing Wellness

We schedule follow-up visits, send vaccine and preventive care reminders, and remain available for questions between visits. Your pet's health is a partnership between our team and your family.

Our Team

Meet the Crew

Dr. Sofia Vasquez, DVM

Dr. Sofia Vasquez, DVM

Medical Director & Surgeon

Dr. Marcus Chen, DVM

Dr. Marcus Chen, DVM

Senior Veterinarian — Internal Medicine

Dr. Priya Nair, DVM

Dr. Priya Nair, DVM

Associate Veterinarian — Dentistry & Dermatology

Why Choose Us

Why Customers Trust Us

We've built our reputation on honest work, fair prices, and showing up when we say we will. Here's what sets us apart.

Compassion First

Every animal receives gentle, patient care. We take the time to understand your pet's unique needs and temperament.

Advanced Medicine

State-of-the-art diagnostics, digital radiography, and in-house lab work provide fast, accurate results when your pet needs them.

Fear-Free Certified

Our entire team is trained in low-stress handling techniques that reduce anxiety and make vet visits calmer for pets and owners alike.

Community Partner

We sponsor local rescue organizations, offer reduced-cost spay/neuter clinics, and volunteer at Austin-area shelters year-round.

Trusted Partners
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