Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS)

Indian Head, MD

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Emergency End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Potomac Animal Wellness Services is a full-service animal hospital accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association offering a range of services including wellness, orthopedic surgery, and vaccinations to meet each of your pet's needs. This AAHA accreditation means that when you bring your pet to our animal hospital, they are receiving care upheld to the veterinary industry's highest standards. Our dedicated and compassionate staff is here to provide you and your pet with the quality service and timely attention you deserve

Mission — At PAWS, our team is united with one goal: to provide exceptional service to pets and their owners in our community. Our team of highly trained veterinarians are passionate about high quality animal care, and we strive to enrich the lives of every pet we meet. We strive to give pets the longest and happiest life with the people that love them

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
16
Support staff
19
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

K-Laseradvanced technology for complex surgical procedures

Services in detail

Pet Wellness CarePet Dental CareVaccinationsSpay & NeuterSurgeryPet Medical ServicesEnd of Life ServicesParasite PreventionOnline Pharmacyorthopedic surgeryadvanced soft-tissue surgerylab testingpalliative end-of-life careLarge Animal Vet Services

Memberships

American Animal Hospital Association

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri: 8:00am - 7:00pm; Sat-Sun: Closed. Holiday hours: November 27th: Closed; December 24th: 8am - 2pm; December 25th: Closed; December 31st: 8am - 2pm; January 1st: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) accepting new patients?+

Yes — Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) is currently accepting new patients.

Is Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

Does Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) offer?+

Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) established?+

Potomac Animal Wellness Services (PAWS) has served the Indian Head, MD community since 2015.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 246 reviews

Potomac Animal Wellness Services is a veterinary clinic in Indian Head, MD known for its compassionate, highly knowledgeable veterinary team and exceptionally friendly support staff. The facility is consistently described as very clean, welcoming, and well-organized, with exam rooms designed to ease the anxiety of nervous pets. The staff excels in providing thorough explanations, prompt emergency or urgent care appointments, excellent follow-up communication, and deeply supportive end-of-life care. While the vast majority of visitors report a warm, judgment-free environment with reasonable pricing and quick visit times, a small number of visitors note high exam costs or occasional communication and scheduling frustrations. Overall, the practice is widely regarded as a trusted, highly professional community animal hospital.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.