Business Details
37 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Lanham Veterinarian for Comprehensive Pet Care
A.P.A.W. Veterinary Hospital and Wellness Center has been providing comprehensive veterinary care in Lanham, Maryland for over 35 years. Founded as New Carrollton Veterinary Hospital and now led by Dr. Patricia Peynado-Boyce, we are recognized as a progressive veterinary center with a warm, caring, and highly skilled healthcare team. Our team approaches each client and patient with compassion, warmth, and personalized attention, continuously striving to be a source of veterinary information for our clients and the community. As one of the few woman-owned veterinary practices in the Washington D.C. metro area, we value our diverse healthcare team and devoted clients. We specialize in the care of dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and pocket pets, offering services ranging from preventative care to emergency treatment.Our facility is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools and surgical technologies to ensure the highest standard of care. We emphasize early diagnosis through complete examinations and maintain a focus on dental hygiene to prevent systemic diseases. Our boarding services provide a safe, comfortable environment for pets while their owners travel. We are committed to community education through informational articles and resources on pet wellness, nutrition, and end-of-life care. With over 20 years of experience treating serious conditions, our veterinarians combine expertise with a dedication to the health and wellbeing of every patient.
Services
Preventative Care
Vaccination
Surgery
Dental Care
Emergency Treatment
Boarding Services
Diagnostic Testing
Pain Management
Nutritional Counseling
End-of-Life Care
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Veterinarians with over 20 years of experience treating serious conditions
- AAHA-accredited facility with advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies
- Personalized attention in a kid-friendly, comfortable clinic environment
- Comprehensive care including preventative services and emergency treatment
- Woman-owned practice deeply rooted in the local community since 1989
Associations and certifications
- AAHA
- Cat Friendly
What people say
Great staff
Best veterinarian
Caring professionals
Supportive during loss
Knowledgeable team
Services
Preventative Care
Regular physical exams and vaccinations help maintain pet health through early disease detection. Our comprehensive examinations identify potential issues before they become serious problems. We emphasize routine checkups to ensure long-term wellness for pets of all ages.
Emergency Treatment
Immediate veterinary attention for critical conditions during regular business hours. Our team triages cases promptly and stabilizes patients requiring advanced care. We provide referrals to specialized facilities for after-hours emergencies.
Dental Care
Complete dental services including cleanings, extractions, and periodontal disease prevention. We use digital radiography to assess tooth and gum health. Home care guidance helps maintain oral hygiene between professional treatments.
Boarding Services
Safe, comfortable accommodations for dogs, cats, and small animals during owner travel. Climate-controlled kennels with outdoor playtime for dogs. Special medical needs boarding available with prior arrangements and health documentation.
Diagnostic Testing
In-house laboratory and digital imaging capabilities provide rapid diagnostic results. We perform bloodwork, urinalysis, and fecal exams alongside radiology and ultrasound. Quick turnaround supports timely treatment decisions for sick patients.
People
Dr. Patricia Peynado-Boyce
Practice Owner/Veterinarian
Dr. Peynado-Boyce has over 20 years of experience treating serious animal conditions. As practice owner, she leads with a commitment to compassionate care and community education. She emphasizes personalized attention for every patient and client.
Questions
What species do you treat at your veterinary hospital?
We treat dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and other pocket pets at our facility.
Do you offer after-hours emergency services?
We provide urgent care during regular business hours. For after-hours emergencies, we refer to specialized facilities.
What are your boarding requirements for pets?
Boarding pets need current exams, negative stool samples, and required vaccinations including rabies, distemper, and kennel cough.
How can I refill my pet's prescriptions?
Use our online pharmacy portal, email requests, or call our 24-hour pharmacy line.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients from Lanham and surrounding areas. Schedule your first visit today.
What dental services do you offer for pets?
We provide cleanings, extractions, radiology, and periodontal care with home hygiene guidance.
Reviews (7)
Natalie K.
Jun 16, 2022
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They left my dog alone unattended in an exam room using covid as an excuse for not letting me be with her. She got nervous and urinated on the floor, which they didn't even clean. When I objected, I was accused of not "trusting them" and told I need to have a vet come to my house. It's over. They were my vets for 14 years. No more. They have grown progressively bad, with sloppy services, rude staff, unreturned phone calls, and burned out callous attitudes. Very unfortunate.
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
Sarah Lewis
Jun 11, 2021
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Georgia at Pick Up A Paw has been amazing and can't recommend her enough - our working cocker Winnie loves her little adventures! One of the services I found super helpful and not easy to find were home visits, especially for those early puppy days when Winnie couldn't get out on a walk and I had to be at the office. You really know that Georgia cares and takes time to understand where you are at with training and key words you are working with and most importantly loves spending time with your pup!
Andrew Reed
May 05, 2021
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Georgia went above and beyond what we had asked of her, very thorough and professional from start to finish. I think our aged dog was disappointed we had come home! Won't hesitate to use again.
Linda Jackson
Mar 03, 2021
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Been going to APAW for years and the care of all our family's pet members. Excellent professional and caring staff to take care of your pets!
Gu-Ru
Feb 03, 2021
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We thoroughly recommend 'Pick up a Paw'! Both our dogs LOVE going for walks with Georgia, she's friendly, great with the dogs, reliable and always manages to accommodate us at short notice! We also love how Georgia regularly updates the facebook page with lovely pics of the doggies! Amazing value for money, definitely give Pick up a Paw a try!
Jake Garner
Jan 03, 2021
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Great service, great communication, and most importantly, our dog absolutely loves spending time with Georgia! Would highly recommend.
