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Austin's Premier Fear-Free Canine Sanctuary

Where Your Dog's Health Meets Gentle Expertise.

Trusted by over 10,000 Austin dog parents. From proactive puppy wellness and parasite defense to advanced orthopedic surgery and 24/7 urgent care.

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Where Your Dog's Health Meets

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, DVM

With Barnaby (Golden Retriever)

Fear-Free
Fear-Free Canine Certified
Live Hospital TelemetryWalk-Ins Welcome

Est. Wait Time

~8 mins

On-Duty Doctors

4 Clinicians

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4.9★ Satisfaction

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24/7 Rapid Emergency Triage
Cat-Friendly Gold Practice
Dräger Surgical Workstations
In-House High-Definition Radiography
Same-Day Urgent Care Slots
Zero-Wait Scheduled Arrivals
Austin Flagship Sanctuary
Fear-Free Certified Elite
AAHA Accredited Veterinary Hospital
24/7 Rapid Emergency Triage
Cat-Friendly Gold Practice
Dräger Surgical Workstations
In-House High-Definition Radiography
Same-Day Urgent Care Slots
Zero-Wait Scheduled Arrivals
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Interactive Care Triage

Not Sure If Your Pet Needs Emergency Care?

Select your companion and their current symptoms below for an instant, doctor-backed clinical urgency triage assessment.

Urgent Priority

Same-Day Clinical Visit Recommended (Within 12 Hours)

Repeated vomiting risks severe electrolyte dehydration and may indicate foreign body obstruction or pancreatitis. Same-day clinical assessment is strongly advised.

Reserve Same-Day SlotZero cancellation fee up to 2 hours before scheduled time
Specialized Pet Medicine

Care for Every Season of Your Pet's Life

Combining university-grade clinical capabilities with the gentle warmth of your neighborhood family practice.

45 - 60 Minutes

Wellness Exams & Preventive Care

Comprehensive nose-to-tail physical health examinations, early detection screenings, and personalized lifestyle wellness plans.

  • Comprehensive nose-to-tail physical exam
  • Nutritional and body condition score evaluation
  • Early disease screening and organ function blood panels
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30 Minutes

Vaccinations & Parasite Prevention

Targeted core and lifestyle vaccines, heartworm detection, flea/tick protocols, and individualized prevention schedules.

  • Core canine vaccines (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella)
  • Core feline vaccines (Rabies, FVRCP, FeLV)
  • Lifestyle-based risk assessment (Leptospirosis, Lyme, Rattlesnake)
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Half-Day Day Stay

Dental Health & Oral Surgery

Full-mouth digital dental radiography, ultrasonic scaling, subgingival polishing, and pain-managed surgical extractions.

  • Full-mouth sub-surface digital dental X-rays
  • Supra and subgingival ultrasonic plaque scaling
  • High-speed enamel polishing and protective fluoride seals
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Day Stay Procedure

Soft Tissue & Orthopedic Surgery

Spay/neuter, mass removals, abdominal surgery, orthopedic repairs, and rigorous continuous vital signs monitoring.

  • Dedicated sterile HEPA-filtered surgical theater
  • Routine elective procedures (spay, neuter, gastropexy)
  • Soft tissue surgery (mass removal, foreign body retrieval, cystotomy)
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Immediate Priority

24/7 Emergency & Urgent Care

Immediate triage, oxygen therapy, emergency trauma surgery, toxic ingestion treatment, and round-the-clock intensive monitoring.

  • Immediate triage upon arrival without wait times
  • ICU oxygen therapy cages and respiratory stabilization
  • Emergency blood transfusions and fluid resuscitation
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30 - 45 Minutes

Advanced Diagnostics & Imaging

High-definition digital radiography, real-time abdominal ultrasound, echocardiography, and in-house laboratory testing.

  • Low-radiation high-definition digital radiography
  • Diagnostic abdominal and cardiac ultrasound
  • Same-day consultation with telemedicine radiologists
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Radical Price Transparency

Transparent Preventive Care vs. Unplanned Vet Bills

Unlike traditional clinics that charge $85–$120 every time you walk through the door, our membership bundles comprehensive care into predictable monthly dues with zero surprise markups.

1 – 7 Years

Adult Canine Wellness Plan

Engineered by our Austin clinicians to prevent the most common diseases before costly hospitalization is required.

Unlimited free sick & wellness doctor consultations
All annual core vaccine boosters included
Annual heartworm & tick-borne disease blood panels
Comprehensive full-body wellness blood chemistry screen
Full digital dental cleaning & ultrasonic polish copay allowance
10% discount on all prescription in-house pharmacy items
PawCare Monthly Membership
$42/ month
Traditional À La Carte Cost:$1040/yr
PawCare Annual Total:$504/yr
Save ~$536 Annually
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Veterinarian gently examining a happy Bernese Mountain dog on a floor cushion

Fear-Free Certified

Low-stress veterinary care

The PawCare Distinction

Why Discerning Austin Pet Families Choose PawCare

We believe veterinary visits should never feel like a cold hospital. By combining residential biophilic comfort with cutting-edge medical technology, we create a sanctuary where pets feel safe and owners feel heard.

Stress-Free Guarantee

Fear-Free Certified Environment

We eliminate the stress of clinic visits with separate canine & feline lounges, non-slip padded exam surfaces, soothing acoustic resonance, and treat-based positive reinforcement.

Hospital Grade

Board-Certified Surgical Excellence

Equipped with hospital-grade sterile theaters, continuous multi-parameter cardiac & capnography telemetry, and multimodal pain management protocols.

Same-Day Results

Instant In-House Diagnostic Lab

High-definition digital radiography, ultrasonography, and point-of-care blood analyzers delivering accurate diagnostic answers in under 15 minutes.

Always Here

24/7 Emergency Medical Response

Emergencies don't observe 9-to-5 schedules. Our acute critical care trauma suite is staffed and ready for your companion 365 days a year.

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Interactive Hospital Architecture

Explore the Science Behind Our Fear-Free Sanctuary

Click the interactive hotspot pins to discover the deliberate medical innovations engineered into every corner of our Austin hospital.

Low-Stress Examination Suite
Fear-Free Clinical Suite

Low-Stress Examination Suite

Every exam room features warm oak accents, natural sunlight, species-calming pheromones, and non-slip hydraulic examination cushions.

Clinical Detail

Padded Low-Rise Table

Soft non-slip surface prevents slipping fear. Can be lowered to floor level for large dogs.

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Board-Certified Doctors & Clinicians

The Caring Hands Behind Your Pet's Health

Our seasoned clinicians hold advanced training in surgery, emergency critical care, feline medicine, and fear-free rehabilitation.

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, Medical Director & Chief of Staff
14+ Years Exp.

Dr. Sarah Mitchell

DVM, Fear Free Certified Elite

Medical Director & Chief of Staff

Internal Medicine & Preventive Wellness

With over 14 years of clinical experience, Dr. Mitchell founded PawCare to redefine veterinary medicine through empathy, biophilic healing spaces, and rigorous medical excellence. She has a special clinical passion for proactive canine wellness, endocrinology, and client education.

Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine (Summa Cum Laude)
Dr. James Rivera, Chief of Surgery & Orthopedics
18+ Years Exp.

Dr. James Rivera

DVM, DACVS (Board Certified Surgeon)

Chief of Surgery & Orthopedics

Advanced Soft Tissue & Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Rivera brings world-class surgical precision to Central Texas. Having completed specialized residency training in orthopedic and minimally invasive soft-tissue procedures, he leads our hospital-grade sterile surgical suite with an emphasis on zero-pain postoperative protocols.

UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine · Surgical Residency at AMC New York
Dr. Emily Chen, Associate Veterinarian & Feline Lead
9+ Years Exp.

Dr. Emily Chen

DVM, Feline Practice Specialist

Associate Veterinarian & Feline Lead

Feline Medicine, Dentistry & Low-Stress Handling

Recognized as an advocate for feline health, Dr. Chen spearheads our dedicated Cat-Friendly practice initiatives. Her calm demeanor, specialized feline dental expertise, and mastery of low-stress handling transform visits for even the most timid cats.

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Marcus Thompson, Lead Emergency Clinician
11+ Years Exp.

Dr. Marcus Thompson

DVM, Emergency & Critical Care

Lead Emergency Clinician

Trauma Resuscitation & Critical Care Medicine

Dr. Thompson has dedicated his career to high-acuity veterinary emergency medicine. Calm under pressure and decisive in critical moments, he leads PawCare's 24/7 emergency response team with rapid-response triage and advanced hemodynamic support.

Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine · Critical Care Fellowship
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Real Stories From Austin Pet Families

Loved by Austin's Pets & Their Humans

Read how our gentle touch, clean facility, and expert clinicians have made a difference.

5.0

"PawCare has completely redefined what going to the vet feels like. From the calming wooden lobby to the separate feline & canine waiting areas, Barnaby actually gets excited when we pull into the driveway! Dr. Mitchell treats him like her own and explains everything with such patience and clarity."

Amanda & Kyle Vance
Pet: Barnaby (Golden Retriever, 4 yrs)
Annual Wellness & Prevention
5.0

"Taking two anxious cats to the vet used to be a traumatic nightmare until we found Dr. Emily Chen at PawCare. Their cat-only examination suites, gentle pheromone sprays, and quiet handling made Luna relax within five minutes. Unbelievable difference!"

David Sterling
Pet: Luna & Milo (Domestic Shorthair Cats)
Feline Dental & Exam
5.0

"When Buster tore his cranial cruciate ligament, we were terrified. Dr. Rivera sat down with us for 45 minutes walking through the surgical options and rehabilitation. Three months post-op and Buster is running on the greenbelt pain-free. Worth every single penny."

Elena Rostova
Pet: Buster (German Shepherd, 7 yrs)
Orthopedic Surgery & Rehab
5.0

"At 11:30 PM on a Sunday, Kona swallowed a peach pit and went into acute distress. Dr. Thompson and the PawCare emergency team met us at the door, stabilized him immediately, and performed emergency endoscopic retrieval without invasive surgery. They saved our dog's life."

Marcus & Priya Patel
Pet: Kona (French Bulldog, 2 yrs)
24/7 Emergency Care
5.0

"PawCare's senior mobility plan changed Oliver's golden years. He went from struggling to stand up from his dog bed to happily greeting us at the door again thanks to their modern arthritis therapy and customized nutritional guidance. We love this clinic!"

Jessica Hayes
Pet: Oliver (Labradoodle, 9 yrs)
Senior Pet Chronic Care
Pet Health Journal

Expert Advice for a Happy, Healthy Companion

Direct insights from our doctors on nutrition, behavioral wellness, preventive screenings, and seasonal pet care.

5 Silent Signs Your Dog Might Be Suffering from Hidden Dental Pain
Dental Health
5 min read•Sep 2026

5 Silent Signs Your Dog Might Be Suffering from Hidden Dental Pain

Dogs are masters at masking chronic oral discomfort. Learn the subtle behavioral shifts—from unilateral chewing to sudden toy disinterest—that indicate your dog needs clinical dental attention.

Dr. Sarah Mitchell
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The 2026 Puppy Vaccination Schedule: What Central Texas Pet Owners Must Know
Preventive Wellness
6 min read•Aug 2026

The 2026 Puppy Vaccination Schedule: What Central Texas Pet Owners Must Know

From core distemper-parvo boosters to regional lifestyle shields like Leptospirosis and Rattlesnake vaccines, here is your definitive developmental immunization guide.

Dr. Marcus Thompson
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Transforming the Cat Carrier: A Step-by-Step Guide to Stress-Free Vet Visits
Feline Behavior
4 min read•Aug 2026

Transforming the Cat Carrier: A Step-by-Step Guide to Stress-Free Vet Visits

Say goodbye to stressful chasing and clawing. Discover how positive reinforcement conditioning and pheromone enrichment turn the carrier into your cat's favorite safe sanctuary.

Dr. Emily Chen
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Whether it's an overdue routine checkup, proactive dental cleaning, or sudden medical concern, our compassionate team is here to help your family.

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Answers & Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about preparing for your visit, payment options, fear-free handling, and emergency protocols.

Please bring any prior medical and vaccination history from previous veterinarians or adoption agencies, a current list of medications or supplements, your primary pet food brand, and a fresh fecal sample (within 4–6 hours) if you are scheduled for a comprehensive wellness checkup.

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