Paw Priority: Veterinary Urgent and Primary Care
Paw Priority: Veterinary Urgent and Primary Care is a general practice practice in Los Angeles, CA. Procedures include Surgery, Bloodwork, Dental cleanings, and Neurology.
About
Paw Priority is an independent, doctor-owned veterinary clinic located on Melrose in Los Angeles, offering urgent care, primary care, and acupuncture services. The clinic provides same-day urgent care for issues like vomiting, limping, eye or ear pain, and allergic flare-ups. General practice services include wellness exams, vaccines, dental cleanings, and bloodwork. Acupuncture is available for pain, mobility support, arthritis, anxiety, and post-surgical recovery.
The clinic emphasizes continuity of care with the same doctor for each visit, fostering long-term relationships with pets and their owners. It aims to bridge the gap for urgent illness needs when regular vets are busy or emergency room waits are long. Paw Priority serves the Melrose neighborhood clientele with hospital-level clinical skill in a neighborhood clinic environment, featuring best-in-class diagnostics and state-of-the-art technology.
Surgical team
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Dr. Ezra J. Ameis
DVM
Dr. Ameis, a skilled ER veterinarian from Toronto, Canada, boasts a diverse background, graduating in Neuroscience and Biology from Dalhousie University.
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Dannielle C.
RVT
Dannielle is a RVT with over 20 years experience.
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Rebecca H.
RVT
Rebecca is a Registered Veterinary Technician, with 20 years of small animal general practice experience.
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Jose M.
Procedures
- Surgery
- Bloodwork
- Dental cleanings
- Neurology
- Acupuncture
- Vaccines
- Primary care
- Wellness exams
- Behavior
- Dentistry
- Emergency & critical care
- Urgent care
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of urgent care conditions does Paw Priority treat?
- Paw Priority offers same-day urgent care for conditions such as vomiting, limping, eye or ear pain, and allergic flare-ups. They are equipped to handle immediate worries that cannot wait overnight.
- What general practice services are available at Paw Priority?
- The clinic provides comprehensive general practice services, including wellness exams, vaccinations, dental cleanings, and bloodwork. They focus on building long-term relationships for ongoing veterinary care.
- Does Paw Priority offer alternative therapies like acupuncture?
- Yes, Paw Priority offers acupuncture as a complementary therapy. It is used for non-pharmaceutical pain and mobility support, and can assist with conditions like arthritis, anxiety, and post-surgical recovery.
- What is Dr. Ezra Ameis's background and areas of focus?
- Dr. Ezra Ameis is internship-trained with extensive experience in emergency medicine and general practice in the US and Canada. He is also a certified veterinary acupuncturist, with areas of focus including emergency & critical care, neurology, surgery, dentistry, behavior, and acupuncture.
- What is the clinic's policy for urgent visits?
- Paw Priority offers same-day urgent care visits. While walk-ins are welcome, calling ahead is highly preferred to ensure the best possible service and preparation for your pet's needs.