New patients welcome this week
Gentle care for every paw, whisker & wing.
Thistlepaw is a fear-free veterinary clinic for dogs, cats and exotic pets. Same-day appointments, an in-house lab and vets who actually take their time.
4.9★
860 Google reviews
12k+
happy pets
15 yrs
caring in Portland
Certified
Fear Free clinic
Next available
Today, 15:30
Dogs
Cats
Rabbits
Birds
Reptiles
Small pets
Services
Everything your pet needs, under one roof
From the first puppy shots to senior care, we keep your pet healthy at every stage of life.
Why Thistlepaw
Calm visits, happy pets, no surprise bills
Fear-free visits
Treats, quiet rooms and no rushing. Less stress for pets and people.
Same-day slots
Most sick visits are seen the day you call.
In-house lab
Blood work and imaging on site, results within the hour.
Clear pricing
A written estimate before any treatment starts.
Wellness plans
Routine care for one simple monthly price
Exams, vaccines and lab work bundled, plus 10% off everything else. Cancel anytime.
Puppy & kitten
$29/month
All first-year vaccines
3 wellness exams
Microchip & deworming
Adult · most popular
$39/month
2 wellness exams
Annual vaccines & blood work
1 dental cleaning
Senior
$49/month
3 wellness exams
Senior blood panel & X-ray
Arthritis care check
Our vets
Meet the team
Four vets, eight nurses and one very spoiled clinic cat named Biscuit.
Dr. Emily Hart
Lead veterinarian
Dr. Marcus Reed
Surgery & orthopedics
Dr. Sofia Alvarez
Exotic pets
Dr. Noah Kim
Dentistry
Reviews
Loved by pets (and their humans)
4.9 out of 5 from 860 reviews on Google.
Our anxious rescue actually wagged his tail walking in. Dr. Hart was so patient with him.
Jessica M.
Owner of Milo, beagle
Seen the same afternoon I called, lab results in 40 minutes and a clear price upfront.
Daniel K.
Owner of Luna, cat
Finally a clinic that knows rabbits. The wellness plan pays for itself in a few months.
Priya S.
Owner of Clover, rabbit
Book your pet’s visit in under a minute
Pick a time online or call us. New patients get a free nail trim on the first visit.
Opening hours
Mon – Fri
8:00 – 20:00
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
Sunday
Emergency only
Address
37 Linden St, Portland
FAQ
Questions pet parents ask
Do you see exotic pets?
Yes. Dr. Alvarez sees rabbits, birds, reptiles and small mammals every weekday.
What should I bring to the first visit?
Any previous records, vaccine history and a list of food and medications.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Wellness plans are monthly, and larger treatments can be split over 6 months.
What if it’s an emergency at night?
Call our 24/7 line and a vet will guide you or meet you at the clinic.