Holistic Veterinary Team Plano, TX - Paws & Claws Animal Hospital (2024)

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Dr. Shawn Messonnier opened Paws & Claws Animal Hospital and Holistic Pet Center in 1991. His special interests include holistic and functional medicine, exotic pets, dermatology, cancer, and internal medicine. Dr. Shawn is a well-known speaker and author. In addition to serving clients, he has written for numerous veterinary and pet publications including Animal Wellness, Body + Soul, Veterinary Forum, Dog Fancy, Cat Fancy, Dog World, Fido Friendly, Whole Dog Journal, Whole Cat Journal, Whole Living, Total Health and Wellness. He is the former radio host of the award-winning Dr. Shawn The Natural Vet for Martha Stewart Living Radio.

Dr. Shawn is also the author of several books, including the award-winningThe Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats,The Allergy Solution for Dogs,The Natural Vets’ Guide to Preventing and Treating Arthritis in Dogs and Cats,The Natural Vet’s Guide to Preventing and Treating Cancer in Dogs,8 Weeks to a Healthy DogandUnexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets.

Dr. Shawn has also developed a number of unique holistic treatments, not available elsewhere, for a variety of diseases. Using a holistic and functional medicine approach, Dr. Shawn is able to help many patients who have not been properly diagnosed and treated by conventional medicine and whom have received a guarded prognosis. This unique approach allows him to offer hope even for those cases which are deemed hopeless by other doctors.

Sarah was born and raised in McKinney Texas. She now resides in Plano with her two cats, Betty and Alice. Betty is a Tortoise Shell and Alice is a tripod Calico. Sarah has always loved animals and grew up with guinea pigs, cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, and other furry friends. While Sarah has primarily worked in the restaurant and customer service industries, she has always had a desire to work with animals. From volunteering at animal shelters to maintaining several pet-sitting gigs, Sarah has always made spending time with animals a priority.

Sarah is thrilled to join the team at Paws and Claws Animal Hospital and Holistic Pet Center. She is especially excited to learn more about holistic pet care, and share her knowledge with other pet parents. Sarah can’t wait to meet you and your furry friends, so be sure to say hello when you stop in!

Bailie was born and raised in McKinney, TX. She moved to Colorado in 2020 and pursued her passion by opening her own organic bunny/small animal pet treats @snuggiessweettreats. During that time, she was actively volunteering at the “Rocky Mountain House Rabbit Society.” She loved to donate her special treats and other items needed to the bunnies in need. She has two pet bunnies, Snuggles, and Luna. Snuggles is a dwarf mix, and Luna is a lion head/mini lop mix. They couldn’t be more spoiled!! Bailie has always had pets of her own, from goldfish and bunnies to Pomeranian/Maltese and golden retrievers. Bailie has always had a soft spot in her heart for animals in general.

Bailie is excited to join our team and share her love with all your fur babies.

LaFemme is our Practice Manager. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture and Animal Science. She has made her career in all areas of veterinary medicine. She has lived in the area for over 20 years. Currently, she lives in McKinney with her 4-legged child. Bunny, is a 3-year-old Great Dane.

When LaFemme isn’t spending time with her PAC team, she enjoys time with her family. Both of her siblings and 3 children live in the area. In true form, she also loves social media and good old-fashioned reading.

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