Known proudly as the Village of Parks, Palmetto Bay pairs waterfront living along Biscayne Bay with a family-first culture that treats pets as full members of the household. A short drive north on US-1 brings Palmetto Bay owners to our clinic for everything from puppy wellness to pet dental care and advanced pet diagnostic imaging. We know this community's rhythms and build care plans around bayfront life.
Palmetto Bay stretches from the shaded neighborhoods around Coral Reef Park down to the historic grounds of the Deering Estate, and its residents plan weekends around the water and the village's many green spaces. Because our animal hospital sits just up US-1, most Palmetto Bay families reach us in ten to fifteen minutes, which keeps routine pet vaccination schedules and follow-up visits easy to fit into a busy week. That accessibility has made us a go-to practice for households along the SW 168th Street corridor.
The bayfront setting shapes the kind of care local pets need. Dogs that swim at Thalatta Estate Park or run the trails near the Deering Estate come home with everything from ear infections to salt and sand irritation. Our veterinary internal medicine team addresses these issues before they become chronic. We also see plenty of patients who need veterinary surgery, and having an in-house surgical suite means Palmetto Bay owners rarely have to travel far for a procedure.
Many Palmetto Bay properties, especially west of Old Cutler Road, sit on larger lots that occasionally board horses, and our equine mobile veterinary services reach those owners directly. For the village's many dog-and-cat households, we offer full-service wellness that includes nutrition counseling and access to prescription pet nutrition and supplies. The Palmetto Bay Village Center serves as a natural gathering spot, and we are proud to be the neighborhood veterinarian those families trust.
Whether you are a longtime resident near Coral Reef Park or a newer family settling in near the bay, our team is ready to help. Call our staff at (305) 665-9400 to schedule an appointment or discuss your pet's needs.
Complete Care for Palmetto Bay Pets
Diagnostics
Digital radiology, ultrasound imaging, ECG, and an in-house laboratory under one roof on US-1.
Internal & Preventive Medicine
Internal and preventive care that keeps dogs and cats healthy through every season of the year.
Surgery
Orthopedic and soft-tissue procedures with careful anesthesia, monitoring, and gentle handling.
Dentistry
Cleanings, extractions, root canals, and oral health care that protect your pet's whole body.
Vaccinations
Yearly vaccines and boosters that keep dogs and cats protected against preventable disease.
Grooming
Baths, dips, medicated skin treatments, and flea control for pets of every size.
Boarding
Comfortable, spacious boarding for dogs and cats with veterinary care right on site.
Pet Food & Supplies
Professional pet foods, supplements, flea control, and quality supplies with real nutrition guidance.
Palmetto Bay Neighborhoods We Know Well
Deering Estate Area
Thalatta Estate Park Area
Coral Reef Park Neighborhood
Palmetto Bay Village Center
Local Expertise
The Pet-Care Realities of Life in Palmetto Bay
Palmetto Bay's identity as a waterfront village on Biscayne Bay puts its pets in constant contact with canals, seawalls, and brackish shorelines - a beautiful setting that carries real hazards. Dogs that wade or swim risk saltwater ingestion, which can cause dangerous dehydration and electrolyte imbalances, while the mangrove edges and drainage canals shelter Bufo toads and even the occasional iguana or snake. Because so many homes back directly onto water, we counsel Palmetto Bay owners on fencing waterline access and recognizing the early signs of toad toxicity that require immediate emergency vet care.
The village's family-oriented, park-rich lifestyle means pets are outdoors far more than average, and South Florida's relentless heat and humidity turn that into a year-round parasite problem. Fleas, ticks, and heartworm-carrying mosquitoes never truly go dormant here, so consistent prevention paired with routine internal veterinary medicine checkups is essential for dogs that hike the Deering Estate or swim near Thalatta. We adjust protocols for pets that spend heavy time on the water versus those that stay closer to shaded yards.
Living on the bay also means Palmetto Bay households sit in a direct hurricane-evacuation zone, and storm surge planning has to include every pet. We help families assemble waterproof records, extra medication, and secure carriers well ahead of the June-to-November season. When an evacuation order reaches this coastal village, no animal is left scrambling at the last minute.
Trusted by Pet Owners Like You
"Seen the sign on US1 all my life… was recommended to have a tooth extraction for a rescue now adopted dog named "G". I popped in on my way to work and was so pleasantly surprised at not just the friendliness. But the knowledgeable staff that really showed interest in us, which was noticed and very appreciated as I am a rescue/foster advocate. Preliminary pre-surgical labs were thorough and well priced and surgery went exceptionally well! Happy to recommend and will most definitely be back."
Jennifer Garbarino
Miami, FL
"There is no one I trust more with the health and care of my dogs and cats. Everyone is kind and, most importantly, dedicated. I highly recommend Briarwood Animal Hospital!!"
Janice Sands
"Our lab had ACL surgery on her knee and is now back to normal running around."
Howard Reeder
Nearby Communities We Serve
Our Location
10427 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33156 - minutes from Palmetto Bay on US-1.
Your Palmetto Bay Veterinarian Is Ready to Help
Request an appointment online or call our Miami team. We have cared for South Florida pets since 1981.