Passion For Caring
Quality Veterinary Care Accessible to Everyone.
Paws Plus Veterinary Clinic is a 501c-3, not for profit, start up, veterinary practice located in Lakeland, Florida. We serve Polk County, providing affordable veterinary care, and aim to reduce the number of feral and abandoned animals in the area.
Our Vision
Paws Plus Veterinary Clinic is dedicated to providing exceptional care and compassion to the pets of our community. As a non-profit clinic, we are committed to offering the highest quality veterinary services to every pet, regardless of their owner’s financial situation. Our mission is to ensure that all pets receive the care they need, promoting long-term health and well-being.
Our Mission
Our mission is to break down barriers that prevent pets from receiving essential care. We offer a comprehensive range of services, from routine wellness exams and vaccinations to spaying/neutering, surgeries, and bloodwork, with a strong emphasis on preventive care. By fostering strategic partnerships and engaging in community outreach, we aim to sustain and scale our clinic’s impact in the community.
Our Services
We offer a full array of veterinary services, including:
- Wellness care
- General medicine
- Health management
- Aging assistance
- Low-cost vaccines
- Dentistry
- Euthanasia
- Soft tissue surgical procedures
Our Story
Paws Plus Veterinary Clinic is an initiative of Until Such Time, Inc., founded in 2019 by Jill Wallace as a canine sanctuary. Recognizing the need for affordable veterinary care, the organization expanded in 2024 to include Paws Plus Veterinary Clinic.
Our Commitment
At Paws Plus Veterinary Clinic, we believe that everyone should be able to provide care for their pets without financial strain. We offer services on a sliding scale based on financial need and strive to treat animals in the most cost-effective manner possible.
Our Community Impact
Polk County is experiencing growth, and we are dedicated to serving the influx of new residents and their pets. Our strategic location in Lakeland ensures accessibility to the wider community, and our established presence through Das Hund Haus, Inc. guarantees a loyal following ready to support our mission.
Our Team
Our clinic is staffed by a dedicated team including veterinarians, technicians, an executive director, and support staff, all committed to providing exceptional care and compassion to our patients. Our Executive Director brings over two decades of experience in animal welfare, ensuring our operations run smoothly and effectively.
Our Team
Team Of Amazing
Care Givers
Jill Wallace
Founder
Emily Lorenzano
Co-Founder, Executive Director
Dr. Kristen Volpicelli
Veterinarian
Hannah Sandlak
Technician
Chelsey Fleming
Technician