Paw Paw Veterinary Clinic

10/23/2026

As staff appreciation week continues, yesterday we reflected on the acts of appreciation our clients have so generously shown to our PPVC family over the years. We are so incredibly lucky to have a community that makes our team feel as loved and appreciated as you do!

Whether it's a simple thank-you at the end of an appointment, a sweet handwritten card, a thoughtful review, a special shout-out to one of our staff members, or a surprise treat for the office, please know that your kindness never goes unnoticed!

Something you may not know is that when you leave us a kind review or take the time to recognize someone on our team, we share those words with the entire office! We love celebrating each other, and hearing that we've made a difference for you and your furry, feathered, or scaly family members is one of the greatest rewards of what we do.
During a week dedicated to celebrating our staff, it feels especially important to recognize the people who make our jobs so rewarding.
Thank you for the kind words, the smiles, and most importantly, the trust you place in us to care for the pets you love so much.
We truly have some of the best clients around, and we hope you know that the appreciation goes both ways!

You make our days brighter, our smiles bigger, and our clinic feel a whole lot more like family.

With full hearts,
Your PPVC Family 💕

10/20/2026

🎉STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK.
Please help us as we celebrate our wonderful staff this week. We like to fill this week with fun games, good food, gifts, prizes, and lots of appreciation! Today we are celebrating Longevity. Did you know that PPVC has 13 staff members that have been with us over 10 years?!! 🥳 There are 5 ranging from 20-29 years of service! 💕

10/09/2026

🐢🦎 A LITTLE SPOTLIGHT ON ONE OF OUR OWN!🐍💚

We're excited to share that PPVC's very own Dr. Stefan Baker will be joining the Beast Pets Market Place by Asylum on November 28th!

If you know Dr. Baker, you know his passion for reptiles, amphibians, and all things scaly runs deep! From the tiniest geckos to some pretty impressive crocodilians, his dedication to these incredible animals extends far beyond the walls of our clinic.

We're incredibly proud to have a veterinarian who is not only passionate about his patients but also so dedicated to education, conservation, and giving back to the animals he loves.

Way to represent PPVC, Dr. Baker!

Be sure to check out the original post for all the event details, and give Dr.Stefan Baker some love in the comments! 💚

We are proud to Spotlight our Veterinarian: Stefan Baker DVM!

Dr. Baker will be joining us at the Beast Pets Market Place By Asylum on November 28th. During the event, he will be offering health certificates for our vendors for $50, with all proceeds being generously donated to the Michigan Amphibian & Reptile Sanctuary (MARS). While he will not be performing on-site medical treatments, he and his assistant will be available throughout the day to chat and answer questions.

A bit about Dr. Stefan Baker:
* Graduated with high honors from the Michigan State University class of 2021.
* Strong interest in reptile and amphibian medicine, with experience seeing all species, including crocodilians and venomous animals.
* Active member of the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV).
* Associate Veterinarian at Paw Paw Veterinary Clinic: https://pawpawvet.com/
* Co-director of MARS (Michigan Amphibian & Reptile Sanctuary).

We are incredibly honored to have such a dedicated advocate for herpetoculture joining us at the expo!

Get your Advance Tickets (to save credit card fees at the door) for General Admission and also our Limited VIP Tickets before they're all gone: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/beastpetsmarketplacehostedbyasylumpets/2414040

Beast Pets Market Place by Asylum Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1RoRdPacsm/

09/12/2026

WHO WILL BE TOP DOG OF THE STOMP?!

Today at 3:00 PM, the Uncorked Canines and the Pawty Animals will go paw-to-paw (foot-to-grape!).

Uncorked Canines VS. Pawty Animals

Now it’s YOUR turn to make your prediction!

🏆 WHO DO YOU THINK WILL BE CROWNED THE CATS MEOW OF THE STOMP!?

🍇 Vote below!
👇

There’s no grape way to know who will come out on top until the stomping begins!

Come cheer them on today at 3:00 PM and see who will bring home the bragging rights at PPVC!

09/11/2026

🍇🐾UNCORKED AND UNLEASHED! 🐾🍇

PPVC is once again bringing TWO teams to stomp it out for a cause.

🍷 The Uncorked Canines are ready to unleash the juice for MARS, Michigan Amphibian & Reptile Sanctuary

🪅The Pawty Animals will be raisin’ the woof for AFL Adopt a Friend for Life of SW Michigan

The stomping starts at 3:00 PM this Saturday, and we’d love to see our PPVC family there cheering, howling, and generally causing a little grape chaos.

Now we need to know…

WHO WILL BE TOP DOG OF THE STOMP? 🏆

09/05/2026

🇺🇸 Labor Day Weekend Hours 🇺🇸

In observance of Labor Day, Paw Paw Veterinary Clinic will be closed Sunday and Monday. We will return to our normal business hours on Tuesday.

We hope you and your pets have a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable holiday weekend!

We’d love to see how your pets are spending the long weekend!
Share a photo in the comments, whether they’re camping, boating, napping on the couch, or supervising the backyard BBQ.

If your pet needs emergency care while we are closed, please contact:

🚨Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Byron Center
616) 374-6105

🚨VCA Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center of Kalamazoo
(269) 381-5228

🚨Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) – Kalamazoo
(269) 548-0400

From all of us at PPVC, Happy Labor Day Weekend!

08/07/2026

🍄 THERE’S A FUNGUS AMONG US… and it could be lethal! 🍄

With all of the warm, wet weather, wild mushrooms can seem to pop up overnight in yards, parks, wooded areas, and along your favorite walking routes. Unfortunately, some mushrooms found right here in Michigan can be seriously toxic or even fatal to pets.

If you see mushrooms where your pets spend time:

Check your yard regularly and remove mushrooms promptly.
Keep pets from sniffing, licking, or eating unknown mushrooms.
On walks, keep a close eye on curious noses and practice a good “leave it!”
Never assume a mushroom is safe based on appearance or a phone identification app alone.

🚨 Think your pet ate a mushroom? Don’t wait for symptoms. Some toxins can cause illness quickly, while others may not cause noticeable signs for 6–24 hours or longer. Contact a veterinarian or emergency veterinary hospital immediately.

📸 Helpful tip: Take clear photos of the mushroom—including the cap, underside/gills, stem, base, and where it was growing—and safely collect a sample if possible.

For help identifying an unknown mushroom or plant, the Facebook group “Poisons Help: Emergency Identification for Mushrooms & Plants” can also be a helpful identification resource. Remember, identification assistance should never delay veterinary care if ingestion is suspected.

🍄 When in doubt, keep those curious noses away!

07/28/2026

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07/13/2026

🚪 We’re opening the barn!

For four days only, we’re opening up our inventory of donated and gently used bird equipment to help raise money for one very important project…

💧 Paying for our new well.

If you’ve ever been looking for a cage, play stand, stainless steel bowls, carriers, outdoor aviaries, or bird supplies, this is the weekend to come.

You’ll find:
🦜 Used cages at rescue-friendly prices
🪵 Metal & manzanita play stands
🥣 Stainless steel bowls (lots of them!)
🏡 Outdoor aviaries
📦 Carriers & travel crates
🎁 Bird toys, perches, and other supplies
✨ Plus a selection of brand-new cages

Whether you’re adding another bird to your flock, upgrading a setup, or just love finding a good deal, every purchase helps support the birds here at Birds & Beaks.

📅 Open House & Barn Sale
July 25–28

Hours
🗓 Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM
🗓 Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM
🗓 Monday: 10 AM–5 PM
🗓 Tuesday: 10 AM–2 PM

We’ll also be hosting our annual wellness clinic with Dr. McDonald on Monday and Tuesday, so if you have a clinic appointment, you’ll be able to shop while you’re here.

Come find something your birds will love—and help us finish paying for the well that keeps all of ours cared for every single day. 💙

Location:

Birds and Beaks
23047 M-78
Battle Creek, MI 49017

07/03/2026

🇺🇸 Holiday Hours Reminder 🇺🇸

As we celebrate 250 years of American independence, Paw Paw Veterinary Clinic will be open today until 5:00 PM.

If your pet will need medications, prescription refills, food, or any other essentials to get through the holiday weekend, we strongly encourage you to contact our office as soon as possible today so we can help before we close.

Our office will be closed Saturday and Sunday so our team can celebrate the holiday with their families and friends. We will return to our normal business hours on Monday.

If your pet experiences a medical emergency while we are closed, please contact one of the following emergency hospitals:

🐾 Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Byron Center
📞 (616) 374-6105

🐾 VCA Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center of Kalamazoo
📞 (269) 381-5228

🐾 Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) – Kalamazoo
📞 (269) 548-0400

We wish you, your families, and your furry friends a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July weekend! Please remember to keep pets indoors during fireworks when possible, ensure they are wearing updated ID tags or are microchipped, and keep holiday foods and decorations out of reach.

Happy 250th Birthday, America! ❤️🤍💙🐾