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Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in Lanham, MD
A.P.A.W. Veterinary Hospital and Wellness Center has been serving Prince Georges County and the surrounding metro area for over thirty-five years. As a full-service animal hospital, we specialize in the care of dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and pocket pets. Our facility, conveniently located in Lanham, Maryland, is staffed by a warm, caring, and highly skilled healthcare team trusted by the local and veterinary communities. We approach each client and patient with compassion, warmth, and personalized attention, striving to be a source of veterinary information for our clients and the broader community. As one of the few woman-owned veterinary practices in the Washington D.C. metro area, we take pride in being a community stronghold while valuing our diverse healthcare team and devoted clients.Our veterinarians have over 20 years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular pet wellness care. We maintain a comfortable, kid-friendly clinic environment to ensure pets feel at ease during visits. We provide ongoing nutrition and prevention education to help pet owners maintain their animals' health. Our commitment to excellence extends to our state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical capabilities, ensuring timely and effective treatments. We continuously invest in advanced veterinary technology and training to deliver the highest standard of care.
Services
Preventative Care
Vaccination
Nutritional Counseling
Surgery
Dentistry
Emergency Care
Boarding
Pain Management
Diagnostic Testing
Pet Supplies
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience serving Prince Georges County
- Our team includes AAHA-accredited veterinarians with advanced surgical training
- We offer personalized care in a comfortable, kid-friendly environment
- We provide comprehensive services from preventative care to emergency treatment
- Our facility features state-of-the-art diagnostic and monitoring equipment
Associations and certifications
- AAHA
What people say
Great staff
Best veterinarian
Friendly and caring
Highly recommend
Supportive and sensitive
Services
Preventative Care
Our preventative care services focus on maintaining your pet's good health through regular physical exams and vaccinations. We emphasize early diagnosis to initiate effective treatments promptly. Our comprehensive examinations help identify potential health issues before they become serious, ensuring your pet receives timely interventions. This proactive approach helps maintain optimal health and longevity for your animal companions.
Surgery
Our surgical services utilize advanced techniques and state-of-the-art monitoring equipment to ensure patient safety. We perform pre-surgical evaluations to determine appropriate anesthetic agents and assign trained technicians to monitor each case throughout the procedure. Our surgical capabilities include soft tissue and orthopedic procedures, with post-operative care focused on comfortable recovery and pain management.
Dentistry
Our dental services prevent periodontal disease, tooth decay, and halitosis through thorough cleanings, polishing, and oral surgery. We offer radiology for comprehensive dental assessments and design specialized dental packages for individual pet needs. Our team provides home care education and products to maintain oral health between professional cleanings, helping prevent systemic diseases related to poor dental hygiene.
Emergency Care
We handle most pet emergencies with immediate triage and examination upon arrival. Our team provides critical care stabilization and refers complex cases to recommended specialty facilities when needed. We maintain equipment and expertise to manage common emergencies during regular business hours, ensuring pets receive timely interventions for trauma, poisoning, or acute illnesses.
Boarding
Our boarding services provide a safe, comfortable environment for pets when owners travel. We accommodate dogs, cats, and some pocket pets with specialized care options for medical needs and senior animals. Our facilities include heated kennels, outdoor play areas, and spacious cat condominiums. We require current vaccinations and health exams for all boarding pets to maintain a safe environment.
People
Dr. Patricia Peynado-Boyce
Practice Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Peynado-Boyce has over 20 years of veterinary experience and owns A.P.A.W. Veterinary Hospital. She leads a skilled team providing comprehensive pet care in Lanham. As one of the few woman-owned veterinary practices in the D.C. metro area, she emphasizes compassionate care and community service.
Questions
What services does A.P.A.W. Veterinary Hospital offer?
We provide preventative care, vaccinations, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, emergency treatment, boarding, pain management, and pet supplies for dogs, cats, and exotic pets.
Do you offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes, we handle most pet emergencies during regular business hours with immediate triage and stabilization. Complex cases receive referrals to specialty facilities.
What are your boarding requirements?
Boarding pets need current physical exams, negative stool samples within a year, and up-to-date vaccinations including rabies, distemper, and kennel cough.
Are your veterinarians accredited?
Our hospital holds AAHA accreditation, and our veterinarians have over 20 years of combined experience with advanced surgical and diagnostic training.
How can I schedule an appointment?
We accommodate appointments by phone at (301) 552-3800 during regular business hours. Online forms and prescription refills are available through our website.
Do you care for exotic pets?
Yes, we treat rabbits, ferrets, and other pocket pets with specialized care from our experienced veterinary team.
Reviews (7)
Markesha E.
Jul 16, 2021
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When we started looking for a local veterinarian for our new Poodle, Apaw was recommended to us. Our first visit was very pleasant. We signed up for the puppy plan is I would recommend! It would save so much money. The vets are so informative and are very patient with our questions. I completely feel like I can trust them with our puppy. I love the welcome sign that list the animals visiting that day!! Makes it a little more personal. They also do boarding! If you are looking for a veterinarian, APAW is a good choice
Debbie Haas
Oct 23, 2020
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Dr Johnson and her team Lauren and Julia are top-knotch professionals! They provided excellent care for my Yorkie! Dr Johnson is very knowledgeable and caring! Lauren and Julia are very sweet and helpful! I highly recommend A.P.A.W. Veterinary Hospital for excellent pet care.
Jessica M.
Oct 19, 2019
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Patricia is such a great vet! I love how she lets children be active with the pets visits. She was able to answer all our questions. This office is always so friendly and they take really good care of our sweet little boy. I would recommend Apaw for sure!!!
Terry Rotondo-McCray
Sep 04, 2019
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Dr Johnson is the best. They take great care of our 4 Shih Tzus. We have been going to APAW for 19 years and wouldn’t take our girls anywhere else.
Antoinette D. Anstead
May 29, 2019
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The entire staff is wonderful.....They put you and your pet at ease. I would recommend A.P.A.W. Veterinary Hospital and Wellness Center to anybody!
Tanya Brown-Bell
Mar 18, 2019
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I am now have a second pet with A.P.A.W. The first was there for 15 years and now a new puppy. the folks there are the nicest and have great follow-up. Everything is explained in detail and the animals are well treated. My puppy was in on Friday and we received a call to check in on her on Saturday. Fantastic customer service! I am a fan!
Starr Yorkie
Feb 16, 2019
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Apaw has been my vet for over 9 years! They roll out the red carpet for everyone. Everyone’s pet is special in their eyes. Nice staff, friendly and always very loving. Wouldn’t go anywhere else! ❤️
