Parker's Paws Animal Hospital

Parker's Paws Animal Hospital is a veterinarian in Nashville, Tennessee, serving cats and dogs in West Nashville and the surrounding communities. The hospital offers puppy and kitten visits, wellness exams, emergency and urgent care, surgery, diagnostics, prescriptions, and end-of-life care. It was founded by Dr. Rahel Klapheke and named after her canine companion of 18 years. Dr. Klapheke leads a team of experienced veterinarians and other professionals. The hospital describes itself as an advocate for animals and involves clients in decisions about their pets' treatment. The practice takes a targeted approach to vaccines, vaccinating only for diseases for which an animal is at risk. A full physical exam includes vital signs, weight, listening to the heart and lungs, examining the eyes and coat, palpating the abdomen, and oral and ear exams, and can address dental health, arthritis, allergies, behavioral health, nutrition, and senior care. First puppy and kitten visits run 45 minutes to an hour and cover vaccination history, fecal lab results, deworming, parasite prevention, nutrition, house training, socialization, ear cleaning, nail trims, teeth brushing, pet insurance, and first aid; subsequent booster visits carry no charge for the visit itself. Prescriptions are available through the online pharmacy Vetsource, and written scripts can be provided during a scheduled office visit. The hospital sits on 21st Avenue South, about 0.1 miles from Hillsboro Pike and 0.2 miles from Woodlawn Drive and the Debra K Johnson Memorial Parkway. St. Bernard Park and Saint Bernard Academy are each about 0.4 miles away. For pet owners in West Nashville, Parker's Paws pairs a full range of veterinary services with an approach that keeps clients involved in their animals' care.

Services:

• Diagnostics
• Prescriptions
• Surgery
• Telemedicine
• Vaccinations