Leaving town is easier when you know your pet is in good hands. Our Miami boarding gives dogs and cats a comfortable, spacious stay with veterinary care right on site.
Every boarder needs current vaccinations to keep the whole group safe, and pets get a bath the morning before pickup so they go home clean. Having a veterinary team on hand means any health concern is handled immediately.
Briarwood Animal Hospital has boarded South Florida pets since 1981. What sets our boarding apart is simple: your pet stays inside a full veterinary hospital. If a boarder shows any sign of illness, a doctor is already here, not a phone call and a car ride away.
For senior pets or those with medical needs, that peace of mind is worth everything. We can administer medications, monitor conditions, and respond fast if anything changes.
Comfort comes first. Our boarding areas are clean and spacious, with room for pets to rest and settle in. We keep dogs and cats appropriately separated and stick to feeding and care routines that feel familiar.
You are welcome to bring your pet's own food and a favorite item from home, since familiar smells ease the stress of being away from you. Our staff spends real time with the animals, so boarders get attention, not just a kennel.
Safety shapes our rules. Every boarding pet must be up to date on vaccinations, which protects your pet and every other guest. This is exactly why staying current on dog and cat boosters matters before a trip.
How Boarding With Us Works
Reserve a Spot
Call ahead to book, especially during busy travel seasons, and confirm your pet's vaccination status.
Drop-Off
Bring your pet with their food, medications, and any comfort items, and share their routine with our staff.
On-Site Care
Your pet enjoys a clean, comfortable stay with attention from our team and a veterinarian on site.
Bath and Pickup
Your pet gets a bath the morning before pickup and goes home fresh during discharge hours.
If your pet is due, we can often update vaccines during drop-off, though a little advance planning is best. We also ask about any medications or special needs so nothing is missed during the stay.
Pickup is a nice touch. Every pet receives a bath the morning before you collect them, so your companion goes home fresh and clean rather than smelling like the kennel. Discharge times are Monday through Friday from 2:00 to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
Planning around those windows keeps pickup smooth. Families from Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay appreciate coming home to a happy, tidy pet.
Boarding also folds easily into other care. Many owners schedule a full grooming session during a boarding stay, or time a wellness visit so it is all handled in one trip. And because we practice preventive and internal medicine every day, boarders with chronic conditions are truly looked after. When you need a safe, attentive place for your pet while you are away, call to reserve a boarding spot and ask any questions about your pet's stay.
Plan Ahead Before You Board
MIAMI PET BOARDING
Boarding Built for Hurricane Season and Summer Travel
Miami families travel most in summer, which is also hurricane season, and that combination makes reliable boarding essential. When a storm threatens or a trip takes you out of town, your pet needs a safe place with people who know what to do. Boarding inside a veterinary hospital means backup power planning, medical oversight, and a team that stays calm under pressure.
We care for pets from Pinecrest, Palmetto Bay, and across the area during peak travel and storm season alike. Keeping vaccinations and records current before you leave keeps drop-off simple, and our on-site doctors mean a boarder who feels unwell is seen right away. Pairing a stay with up-to-date vaccinations is the easiest way to make sure your pet is ready to check in when you need it.
Why Board at Briarwood
- A veterinarian on site throughout your pet's stay
- Clean, spacious, comfortable boarding areas
- Medication administration and medical monitoring
- Dogs and cats kept safely and appropriately separated
- A bath the morning before every pickup
- Familiar food and comfort items welcome
- Ideal for senior pets and those with health needs
Boarding Questions
All boarding guests must be up to date on their core vaccines to keep every pet safe. If your dog or cat is due, we can often update vaccinations and boosters around your stay, though booking a little ahead is ideal.
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Ready to Get Started With Boarding?
Call our Miami team or request an appointment online. We have cared for South Florida pets since 1981.