Paws, Purrs & Exotics Animal Hospital

5838-A North Kings Highway

Alexandria, VA 22303

(703) 549-7297

info@pawspurrsandexotics.com

www.ppeah.com

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94 reviews

Your rating: 5 out of 5 based on 94 reviews.

Latest Positive Review: Everything there is no flaw in the buisness and wo...

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8/31/2017 1:22 AM

Everything there is no flaw in the buisness and workers everyone shows love for animals and treats everyone with a welcome feeling like we are all family.

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8/21/2017 6:47 AM

Doctor Elton and staff exceeds the word excellent....!

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8/18/2017 2:32 AM

Joanna Dr. V everybody is so caring and attentive. The waiting room is welcoming and always clean. thank you guys for everything. You work with our schedules. More success in your future

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8/16/2017 4:13 AM

My first visit with my 93 year old friends, two parakeets. Everyone was warm and wonderful. Kind enough to fit us in on very late notice and the Doctor was efficient, caring and reassuring. I really appreciate all that you do for our little animal friends. Blessings to all of you, Linda Townsend

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7/21/2017 2:06 AM

The location of the hospital is much better for us because it is now closer, and parking is easier. The staff personnel were professional, compassionate, and very proficient in what they do. They stayed on time with our appointment, and we didn't have to wait at all. The facility is clean and has a neat appearance.

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7/19/2017 3:49 PM

The people - you have great staff that truly seem to enjoy their job.

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7/18/2017 3:39 PM

Friendly, clean and don't feel rushed.

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7/18/2017 11:28 AM

Amazing doctors and great staff.

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7/15/2017 4:00 PM

Dr. Vyhfius and his staff are always kind, thoughtful, and sincere. They provide excellent care. They demonstrate empathy and compassion to the patients and their owners. I appreciate that they take the time to explain everything.

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7/15/2017 12:32 AM

You all at the desk and in the back get the highest. For relations , results and care! A pleasure airways and assuring ! If I were a cat I could not stop meowing Best John

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7/5/2017 4:36 AM

The staff members are always friendly and my pets get excellent care.

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7/3/2017 2:36 PM

The reception, tech, and vet were all friendly and knowledgeable. I felt confident in their care for my dog.

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7/2/2017 7:23 AM

Everyone is so friendly and helpful. I feel my cat gets 5-star treatment.

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6/30/2017 12:45 AM

Great Vet!

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6/29/2017 4:56 PM

Staff is super friendly and kind -- it feels good to know my pet is receiving such good care

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6/10/2017 12:26 AM

As always terrific in and out the door , within and on the phone and internet !

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6/1/2017 3:59 PM

Great communication; I don't have to wait long to be seen; everyone is super friendly.

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5/31/2017 10:09 AM

I'd rescheduled our dog, Rain's, visit for 5/23 (thank you as always, Angel!). During our visit, Dr. Vyfhuis explained to us that Rain had some material in her ear which was causing discomfort. Dr. Vyfhuis diagnosed the problem, prescribed medication and even provided articles pertaining to the proper application of medicated ear drops, the causes of ear infections and the dangers of xylitol. The literature was excellent, and both my children have read it all!!! They are both intrigued and wa

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5/21/2017 2:01 AM

The staff and doctor were all professional and very nice. They took their time and answered all my questions.

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5/19/2017 2:09 AM

Everyone was so nice and so gentle with my not-so-happy cat. Thank you for putting up with my anxiety as well.

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5/9/2017 3:42 PM

Thanks for being so thorough, responsive and flexible.

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5/1/2017 3:33 AM

Staff is friendly, supportive, and knowledgeable. Could not ask for a better vet than Dr. Vyfhuis. His compassion and dedication to his craft really shine through.

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4/24/2017 3:02 PM

Everyone was very professional and helpful. They went above and beyond to give excellent care.

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4/22/2017 8:31 AM

Staff were helpful and patient, and knowledgeable about my exotic pet. Pricing was very fair!

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4/18/2017 3:26 PM

Everyone was very friendly and seemed to love all animals- it was very welcoming walking in to a totally new vet clinic.

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4/12/2017 3:21 AM

As always, all of the staff was super helpful and very kind. Duke was freaking out during the visit and everyone was being so careful and great with him - trying to calm him down. (And me down for that matter!) Dr. V is always wonderful, patient, and takes the time to explain everything and answer all our questions. It really gives us peace of mind knowing our loved ones are in such great hands.

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4/9/2017 3:18 PM

Everyone at PPEAH is so kind, positive, and wonderful! I love the new space!

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3/30/2017 4:25 AM

Everyone is so friendly and upbeat. Staff bends over backwards to accommodate patient and family members.

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3/27/2017 4:22 AM

Knowledgeable, Kind & professional staff - Dr Perkins works hard to provide outstanding service & care to her furry clients while encouraging and educating their owners. All my pets have and will continue to thrive under her care.

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3/19/2017 11:37 AM

Very friendly and helpful staff.

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3/16/2017 3:31 AM

Very thorough and they take the time to answer questions without feeling rushed.

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3/10/2017 4:11 PM

Friendly, unrushed service.

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3/10/2017 1:51 PM

They were very helpful for a terrified cat.

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3/10/2017 8:36 AM

Angel and all the staff are GREAT! I also like the new sign out front. Much more professional.

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2/25/2017 3:30 PM

Dr. V - you and your staff are amazing! You take such great care of our sweet kitty Savannah our sweet Maine coon! God Bless You and Angel and front desk lady as you move. So sad you won't be in Old Town. Will keep you as our vet. Your wonderful! Mrs. Kapellas - Mary & Chris ??

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2/23/2017 2:57 PM

The staff is so caring and friendly. They are always willing to go the extra mile!

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2/21/2017 4:31 PM

We are grateful for the affection and care that our beloved senior dog Petra receives at Paws, Purrs and Exotics Animal Hospital where she has been a longtime patient. We are also appreciative of the sound advice and guidance imparted over the years to us, Petra's anxious parents!

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2/21/2017 4:27 PM

Great people !

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2/20/2017 8:13 AM

The vets, Dr. Vyfus and Perkins are the best.

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2/12/2017 3:43 AM

The staff is very very kind! They answered my questions and handled my pet (guinea pig) with great care. She was very scared and they were able to calm her down while still performing a physical.

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1/18/2017 12:24 AM

Our visits are always great. Our dog, Rain, is always well taken care of. Can't say enough about Paws, Purrs & Exotics Animal Hospital!!!!

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12/26/2016 2:37 AM

The doctors at PPEA are amazing and they really love all of their patients.

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12/23/2016 12:31 AM

Pleasant greeting from staff.

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12/17/2016 10:54 AM

Such good care taken of Vivienne -- even an extra blanket for her walk home! Thanks!

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12/5/2016 3:29 AM

Primary reason for choosing Paws, Purrs & Exotics Animal Hospital is the staff. Very professional and friendly!

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12/5/2016 2:23 AM

My Dottie enjoy visiting PPEAH hospital. Staff are very friendly and caring about visit.

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12/4/2016 6:11 PM

The vets and staff are all very professional, and it's apparent that they love their work. It's a nice, calming atmosphere in the office -- there is a beautiful tank in the reception area with some beautiful big terrapins in it. We followed Dr. Elton Vuyfhuis when he and Dr. Perkins opened their own facility, and we love the help they've given to us over the years.

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11/21/2016 4:57 AM

Caring and kind staff, my cat ran away Thursday and they called me Sunday to see if he had been found. Meant a lot to my wife and I.

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11/20/2016 4:32 PM

It's the most amazing staff and fantastic doctors. Simply love that place so my pet loves her Dr and staff. Thank you

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11/16/2016 3:55 PM

Care and concern of the staff and thorough care by Dr. Vyfhuis .

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11/10/2016 11:13 PM

Dr. V and staff - we love you guys! ?? Our Sweet Maine Coon Savannah is our baby and you treat her so well she is safe in your hands! Great staff love Angel and front desk gal. Dr. V your the best! Many Bkessings! ? Mary & Chris & Savannah Kapellas ??

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11/10/2016 12:44 AM

Dr V and his staff are so kind and patient and always take plenty of time for each visit, even if it is a small matter

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11/1/2016 3:52 PM

I really appreciate your team being so flexible in scheduling appointments. Our doctor offered multiple approaches and revised the plan of action based on my circumstances/budget.

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10/14/2016 3:21 AM

We are very appreciative of the kind and careful attention our beloved senior dog Petra receives at PPEAH. We also very grateful for the wellness guidance that helps us to keep Petra happy and healthy at 15.

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10/14/2016 1:53 AM

Knowledgable, Friendly, and fast. Great staff and doctor.

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10/12/2016 7:31 AM

Amazing. I can't be more grateful for the amazing team here and all that they have done to help my pet and keep me informed on best action for her health.

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10/12/2016 3:19 AM

PPEAH comes through again! From their front desk to the detailed care that Dr. Perkins gives my dog, I could not ask for a better veterinarian. It is nice to know that your pet is taken care of and treated right every time. I always leave with a big smile. Thanks PPEAH for really caring about us!!

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10/10/2016 6:19 AM

Very friendly, professional, knowledgeable staff. Was able to accommodate me even though I was late. Very happy I've found this place for my pets' care.

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10/9/2016 2:52 AM

Everyone at PPEAH was incredibly friendly, informative and wonderful. This was the first time I brought my rabbit to the vet and they made the experience simple for both of us.

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9/17/2016 5:26 AM

Attention to detail and care of my somewhat difficult (but still lovable) cat.

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9/15/2016 4:53 AM

The entire staff was extremely considerate, sincerely concerned and obviously sympathetic during a very difficult situation and decision. They all shared empathy with me and my feelings. I will always be grateful to them.

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9/11/2016 2:04 PM

I am very happy with my veterinarian. Everyone is so friendly and truly loves animals. I feel welcome when there and my dog gets treated nicely!

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9/4/2016 8:22 AM

From the first day we took Candi to PPEAH she has been treated as one of their own pets. We are very happy with their care and the hospital.

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8/12/2016 4:11 PM

The staff is so great and treats me and my dog like family. Dr. Perkins is very knowledgeable and is always helpful. I trust them with my dog and am very happy with all the services.

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7/31/2016 3:53 AM

Dr. Perkins and the staff are kind and helpful. My dog and I feel like we are special and well taken care of.

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7/30/2016 5:46 PM

They where great with our cats and made me feel at easy as they talked through what they where doing.

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7/27/2016 9:27 AM

We wouldn't go anywhere else unless there was a dire emergency during closed hours.

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7/27/2016 5:29 AM

We are grateful to the doctors and staff at PPEAH for the excellent care they take of our senior dog Petra. They always welcome her with great warmth and treat her as gently and capably as we could wish. We appreciate PPEAH's dedication to Petra's welfare and guidance on how we can best help our beloved girl to continue enjoying a long and active life.

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7/23/2016 4:02 AM

Zeke and I love the staff! We have utmost confidence in the professionalism and care of Dr. Perkins and Dr. V, and we always feel welcomed and well tended to by the vet techs and assistants. Of a lesser priority but also important to me is the convenient location.

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7/22/2016 2:02 AM

I love bringing Lily to your clinic. Everyone is so nice & helpful. Dr V is great. Also happy, very informative all around great guy. Lily always behaves for him.

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7/18/2016 5:23 AM

We loved all of our interactions with PPE staff. We feel as though our guinea pigs are in good hands.

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7/17/2016 2:24 AM

Love Dr. V! He is caring and gives personal attention to both pet and owner.

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7/7/2016 4:10 AM

Dr. V takes his time with us to really attend to our needs and explains things fully. He and his staff treat my animals with exceptional care as my little girl dog doesn't protest when we go for a visit as she has done at previous vet offices.

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6/26/2016 5:19 AM

Dr. Vyfhuis and the team always look for the best solutions for any health problems my cat experiences with individualized care.

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6/19/2016 3:49 AM

Dr. V is great. Joanna at the front desk is always kind and cheerful.

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6/13/2016 7:58 AM

You have the best staff - friendly, attentive, flexible, patient, and knowledgeable!

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6/13/2016 4:57 AM

What a wonderul vet clinic. The vet spends time with you and your pet without appearing rushed (even if he is). He seems very knowledgable about the diverse set of animals that he treats. It almost feels like a small-town practice, like the equivalent of the old-fashioned family doctor that gives you a more personal, intimate experience.

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6/9/2016 8:31 PM

The staff is extremely friendly and professional. The doctor seems to have a genuine concern for pet's well-being, rather then just a doctor/patient relationship.

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6/4/2016 5:39 PM

Staff and Dr. is nothing but professional. When you call in with a problem or appointment, you know that you will be greeted with a friendly voice. I feel confident that my animal will be taken care of from a knowledgeable staff member.

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5/23/2016 2:49 AM

All of the staff are wonderful--they care about my pets so much. And Dr. Vyfhuis is great--we followed him all the way from Adams Morgan!

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5/16/2016 5:36 AM

Everyone there is amazing. I love bringing my geckos in. The staff is very knowledgeable and the doctor is outstanding.

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5/16/2016 3:56 AM

We are always greeted with a smile and a name. We love the friendliness and personal attention we get from PPEAH, one of the things that keeps us coming back

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5/11/2016 1:48 AM

friendly staff, convenient location,

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5/11/2016 1:28 AM

The clinic staff went beyond to wrap up my dog's favn blood test sample in a package that was required by the ksu clinic. This is even after my dog attacked one of the staff while trying to detect his microchip.

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5/6/2016 12:40 PM

The personal touch, the direct connection to the doctor, the warm care our dogs receive every time we visit, and the prices are reasonable (for a vet).

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4/22/2016 3:52 AM

Excellent in all respects.

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4/21/2016 11:18 AM

Best vet ever!

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4/20/2016 9:22 AM

Everyone is always very pleasant and knowledgable.

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4/15/2016 3:06 PM

The staff is very friendly and attentive to the pets and they go out of their way to work with the pet parents. The staff follows up with any concerns and let you know they really care about the health of your pets.

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4/6/2016 4:12 AM

Had a great visit with Dr. Perkins - we appreciate the care and attention taken to figure out what's going on with our little Trudy.

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4/2/2016 1:52 PM

Dr. Vyfhuis and Dr. Perkins truly care about the pets they treat. The listen to the owners' concerns and offer guidance, medical advice and treatment which is spot on. The entire staff at PPEAH is friendly, welcoming and very professional.

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3/30/2016 4:32 PM

I really liked how Doctor Vyfhuis and staff remembered Petra and were so gentle with her. I also appreciated that that Doctor Vyfhuis is considering how to help Petra given her advanced age.

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3/24/2016 2:29 AM

We love taking our pets to Paws, Purrs, and Exotics Animal Hospital because we know that the staff there really care about the animals. Dr. Vyfhuis has been our vet for 15 years!

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3/22/2016 5:17 PM

Thank you, Dr. Vyfthuis, for your impeccable bedside manner- you always make us feel at home at your clinic.

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Languages:

- English
- Spanish

Services:

- Anesthesia
- Bathing
- Behavioral Medicine
- Birds (Avian Medicine)
- Day Boarding
- Dental Care
- Fully Stocked Pharmacy
- Hospice and Euthanasia Services
- Laboratory
- Microchipping
- Nutritional Counseling
- Pain Management
- Parasite Prevention and Control
- Puppy and Kitten Care
- Rabbits and Small Mammals
- Radiology (X-Rays)
- Reptiles
- Senior Care
- Surgery
- Vaccinations

Affiliations:

- American Veterinary Medical Assoc. (AVMA)
- Virginia Veterinary Medical Assoc. (VVMA)

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