Welcome to the family.
Everything you need to know before your pet’s first visit: what to bring, how to find us, and what to expect when you walk through the door.
A real first visit, not an assembly line
Most clinics book 12-minute first visits and rotate doctors each time. We do it differently. Your first visit at Paw Priority is a real conversation about your pet’s history, your concerns, and your goals, so the plan we build together actually fits.
The next few sections walk through everything you need to know before you walk in: what to bring, where to park, what the visit looks like, what it costs, and a handful of useful things most clinics don’t spell out.
Before you come
Bring whatever you have. Even partial records help us avoid duplicating tests your pet already had.
- Past medical records from your previous vet (or have them emailed to hello@pp.vet)
- Current vaccine history
- A list of medications, supplements, or special diets your pet is on
- A fresh stool sample if your pet has diarrhea or other GI signs
- For cats, a familiar towel or blanket in the carrier can ease the trip
Finding us
We’re at 8020 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, between Crescent Heights and Laurel Ave.
- Paid parking directly on Melrose
- Free 2-hour parking on Laurel Ave and Edinburgh Ave
- Walk-ins welcome during open hours, but calling ahead is highly preferred so we can keep your wait short
What your visit looks like
Most new-client visits run 30 to 45 minutes. We don’t rush you out.
- Check-in. We’ll grab a few quick details and your pet’s history. If you’ve sent records ahead, even better.
- Vitals with our techs. Weight, temperature, a chat about your pet’s recent history and any concerns.
- Time with Dr. Ameis. A thorough head-to-tail exam and a real conversation about what your pet needs.
- Diagnostics or treatments, if needed. Bloodwork, vaccines, or any same-day care. We’ll always walk you through pricing first.
- Check-out. A clear plan for next steps, with SOAP notes emailed to you afterward.
Transparent pricing
We publish our most common visit fees and services up front. There are no surprises on your final bill, and we’ll always walk you through costs before we do anything beyond the exam.
- Scheduled exam: $100. Same price for sick, wellness, or follow-up visits when you have an appointment slot.
- Walk-in or urgent exam: $150. For unscheduled visits when our appointment book is full.
- House call exam: $300. In-home visit by one of our veterinarians.
A few good things to know
- We see dogs and cats. (No exotics or pocket pets yet.)
- For after-hours emergencies, we direct clients to MASH ER, the closest 24/7 emergency hospital.
- Online pharmacy and prescription refills are at pawpriorityrx.vet.
- Prefer a house call? We offer those, too.
- Coming back regularly? Ask about our VIPP Membership, which rolls preventive care into one simple annual payment.
Ready when you are
Book your first visit online in under two minutes, or call us if you’d rather chat.