Little Paws Animal Clinic

Dr. Martinez and Dr. Avitan are so wonderful. Very kind and gentle with our kitty. Great holistic approach to wellness and healing. I especially like that they doesn't just recommend surgeries like they're nothing. They genuinely care about the animals. Thank you for everything that you do.

Dr. Avitan was professional and thorough. He explained all our options and made recommendations but allowed us to make the decision on our own. Appreciated the friendly staff and the genuine passion the clinic had for animals. Highly recommended !

Dr.Martinez and his staff are always amazing and very helpful. My bunny boarded there and was super happy! They took care of him everyday as if he was their own pet. I had no worries at all knowing Little Paws staff were there to take care of my bunny. I brought my dog in as well after a horrific incident at a boarding facility, the staff were so concerned and they all listened to Dr.Martinez giving insight/tips and explained things so they know exactly what happened and how to treat the wounds. Dr.Martinez and his staff are so caring and I feel very welcome and at ease every time I visit. Thank you for all that you do for your clients, their fur babies, and all the rabbits in Richmond!!

With symptoms of disease and old age, I came to Little Paws to have my beloved cat sent off to the wild blue yonder.   She has been with me for 19 yrs.       When I made the appointment to bring her in, I was told Dr. Martinez could be a few minutes late, so I asked for a later time, to insure he would be there. I arrived on time, and was shown into the operating room. After about 10 minutes alone with my cat, I waved to the attendant in the other room .  He came in and said the doctor was stuck in traffic, but would arrive soon. A few minutes later Dr. Martinez arrived. He explained the ‘2 shot’ system that he would administer for the euthanasia, and then gave her the first needle. He left the room, saying he'd be back in a few minutes. After waiting another 5-10 minutes , I called to the attendant, to find out how much longer this would be . He said Dr. Martinez was busy with another client. He finally returned, and asked if I was ready.  I had been ready for some time. He gave her the second shot, and he quickly left again. Even though he mentioned the stages of death, I was not sure of how long it would take, or what exactly would happen. No one was there to reassure me.  I really wish the doctor or one of the 4 staff members there, would have stayed in the room.  After what seemed like forever,  Dr. Martinez came back, checked her pulse, and assured me she was gone.  As I was anxious, and had heard her gasp in the minutes alone with her, I asked if he was certain.  He then said he could give her another shot, ‘’for you”,(my piece of mind?) and before I knew it, he did.   He then left to see another patient.   I was left in the room with my dead cat, until I finally opened the door. No one came to get me, or her.  The assistants were huddled around the computer screen.  I had to announce that I wanted to pay..”oh ok”, said one…”sorry for your loss…would you like a paw print?” The experience of death can be difficult, even in the best of situations. But If you love animals, and you want to be a vet for the right reasons, please, look around, and be aware of your patients, and their needs. Even if it’s just to say a few kind words. Stay with them.   Much more important than the business side of things, is reassurance, and kindness.  It means so much.  Especially in the last moments of a pets life.   I’m sure the appointment could have taken much less time, if he had not been late, and then had to juggle two patients at once.  At a cost of $200, for 2 needles, I would have appreciated his undivided attention and presence.  This was my first and only visit to this clinic, and I am writing in hopes that no one else goes through such an unpleasant experience.   Compassion and peace to all beings.

Stay away from this money sucking vet or you will regret!!! All Dr. Martinez cares is how to scam your money. He doesn’t care about your family member. He is after your wallet. No compassion for animals what so ever. All about expensive unnecessary treatments. Read the one star reviews and not the made up reviews by the clinic! Stay away!!!!! When your family member has no more life to suck money out of you. He shows his real face as he doesn’t see dollar signs since your pet is dead. Horrific vet!! Don’t go here! Go elsewhere!!! When your pet was alive he is a lying salesman to grab your money! Run!!! One of the worst vet of all time!!!