Business Details
16 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Veterinarian in Hanover, PA
PAWS Animal Hospital has been dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care for pets and their owners since 2010. Our hospital combines advanced medical services with a welcoming environment to ensure every visit is positive for both pets and their families. We offer comprehensive wellness examinations, vaccinations, and preventative care tailored to each pet's unique needs. Our team utilizes in-house bloodwork, radiographs, and surgical capabilities to deliver timely diagnostics and treatments. Emergency services are available through our after-hours contact and partnerships with local emergency centers.With a focus on early disease detection and senior pet care, we prioritize long-term health outcomes. Our veterinarians are trained in both traditional and integrative medicine, including acupuncture and chiropractic care. We maintain strong relationships with reference labs for specialized diagnostic testing. The hospital's commitment to community is reflected in sponsorships and outreach programs. Our staff's extensive experience in small animal medicine and emergency care ensures expert treatment across all life stages. We emphasize client education to empower informed healthcare decisions for pets.
Services
Wellness Examinations
Vaccinations
Emergency Care
Bloodwork
Radiographs
Surgery
Reproductive Services
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 14+ years of combined experience in small animal medicine
- Our hospital provides 24/7 emergency veterinary support through partnerships
- We utilize in-house diagnostic labs for rapid test results
- Our team includes certified veterinary acupuncturists
- We maintain AAHA-accredited referral relationships for specialty care
What people say
Caring staff
Best vet experience
Excellent follow-up
Compassionate care
Knowledgeable team
Services
Wellness Examinations
Our comprehensive physical exams include head-to-tail assessments covering weight, temperature, organ function, and dental health. We document findings and provide tailored recommendations for maintaining optimal pet wellness. Regular checkups help detect early signs of disease in dogs and cats of all ages.
Vaccinations
We administer core vaccines for rabies, distemper, and Lyme disease as required by Pennsylvania law. Our team creates customized vaccination schedules using titer testing to determine immunity levels. We offer kennel cough and canine flu vaccines for pets requiring boarding or grooming services.
Emergency Care
Our hospital handles animal emergencies during business hours with after-hours support from Animal Emergency Center in York. We treat trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses with immediate diagnostic testing and stabilization procedures. Our staff provides critical care for pets requiring urgent medical attention.
Bloodwork
In-house chemistry panels and complete blood counts deliver rapid diagnostic results for sick patients. We partner with reference labs for specialized testing including thyroid function and infectious disease screening. Bloodwork helps identify hidden health issues in senior pets and monitors treatment effectiveness.
Radiographs
Digital radiography enables quick diagnosis of skeletal injuries, respiratory issues, and abdominal abnormalities. Our equipment captures high-resolution images of the spine, joints, and internal organs. We use sedation when necessary to obtain clear diagnostic-quality images for accurate treatment planning.
People
Dr. Jessica Friedland
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Graduated from Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. Specializes in small animal medicine with experience in emergency care. Founded PAWS Animal Hospital to combine medical expertise with compassionate treatment.
Dr. Emily Lantzsch
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Certified in veterinary chiropractic and acupuncture. Graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 2012. Focuses on integrative medicine approaches for chronic conditions and pain management in companion animals.
Dr. Mike Fontano
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Summa Cum Laude graduate from Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (2017). Specializes in small animal medicine with emphasis on preventative care and geriatric pet health management.
Jessica Bosley
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician with 12+ years experience at PAWS. Handles surgical monitoring, patient restraint, and client communication. Provides continuity of care across all hospital departments since 2012.
Abby Staub
Veterinary Technician
Graduated from Vet Tech Institute in 2014. Assists in all areas of hospital operations. Focuses on client education and preventative care programs while maintaining active involvement in community animal welfare initiatives.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, emergency care, diagnostic testing, surgery, and integrative medicine including acupuncture.
Do you handle after-hours emergencies?
We offer emergency contact support and partner with Animal Emergency Center in York for after-hours critical care.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing for veterinary services and medications.
How often should pets receive checkups?
Annual exams for adult pets, with biannual visits recommended for senior animals aged seven and older.
Do you offer online pharmacy services?
Yes, our home delivery program provides medications, preventatives, and specialty pet products through our secure online store.
Are your veterinarians certified in specialized care?
Our team includes certified veterinary acupuncturists and maintains partnerships with AAHA-accredited specialty providers.
