Paws n Claws Animal Hospital

Gretna, NE

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Avian Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

Susan Kyle, DVM, is a Nebraska native. She graduated from Burke High. She went on to attend the Medical Institute of Minnesota and received her degree as a Veterinary Laboratory Technician. Upon returning to Omaha, she decided to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. She attended UNO/UNL to receive a degree in Biology. After being accepted into veterinary medicine, she chose to attend the Iowa State School of Veterinary Medicine and received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. With her husband, she moved to Joliet, Illinois. She worked at a small animal clinic, caring for dogs, cats, and exotics. She returned to Omaha and has remained there ever since. She and her husband have raised four children and currently have six grandchildren. She opened Paws n’ Claws Animal Hospital in Gretna, NE, on March 1, 2023

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
4
Support staff
6
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

HTVista thermal imaginglaser surgical unitIDEXX laboratory diagnosticsdigital radiographyultrasoundECGcold laser therapy

Services in detail

Wellness and Preventative Medicine – Vaccinations, in-house laboratory, screening bloodwork, and parasite preventionDiagnostic and Therapeutic Service - In-house complete blood count, bloodwork, urinalysis; hospitalizationSurgical Service - A wide variety of surgical procedures are available; a laser surgical unit is used for most surgical procedures, including declawsAnesthesia – Anesthesia or sedation available; utilizes safe anesthetics and monitoring to provide an extra margin of safety, especially for our older or high-risk patientsInternal Medicine – Ultrasound, blood pressure, ECG(electrocardiogram), in-house bloodwork (reference laboratory available); aids in quicker answers to medical needsRadiology - X-Rays aid in a quick diagnosis of many disordersDentistry - cleaning, dental radiography, tooth extractions, minor oral surgeryLaboratory - IDEXX Laboratory diagnostics service for in-house and reference laboratoryPermanent Identification - microchip placement and registrationPharmacy - complete inventory of pharmaceuticals, shampoos, flea and tick preventions, heartworm preventionAcupuncture - dry needle or electrostimulation available; cold laser therapy to enhance treatmentChiropractic Care - manual adjustments; cold laser therapy to enhance treatmentDietary - special need diets availableEmergency Care - limited emergency care to stabilize for transport to an overnight emergency care facilityGeriatric Medicine – Pain management options and education, blood work screening, thyroid testing, blood pressure monitoringEnd of Life - Counseling and euthanasia; cremation options available

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

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Frequently asked

Does Paws n Claws Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Paws n Claws Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Does Paws n Claws Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Paws n Claws Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Paws n Claws Animal Hospital offer?+

Paws n Claws Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry.

When was Paws n Claws Animal Hospital established?+

Paws n Claws Animal Hospital has served the Gretna, NE community since 2023.

What reviewers say

100% Positive sentiment
based on 28 reviews

Paws n Claws Animal Hospital in Gretna is widely praised for its exceptionally compassionate, knowledgeable, and thorough veterinary care. The team is recognized for building deep trust with pet owners, providing excellent support during complex health issues and end-of-life care, and maintaining fair pricing. The staff is notably patient, attentive, and skilled in handling various species, ensuring both pets and owners feel fully supported.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.