The historic streets of Coral Gables, with their Mediterranean-revival homes and famous banyan canopy, are home to pet owners who value tradition, quality, and attentive service. About ten to fifteen minutes up US-1 from our clinic, City Beautiful residents come to us for thorough veterinary internal medicine and gentle pet dental care. We bring the same care and craftsmanship to their pets that the Gables is known for in its architecture.
What We Offer
Veterinary Services for Coral Gables Pets
Diagnostics
Digital x-ray, ultrasound, ECG, and same-day in-house lab work help our Miami veterinarians reach an accurate diagnosis without the wait.
Internal & Preventive Medicine
Wellness exams, internal medicine, and preventive plans keep Miami dogs and cats healthy through every season of the year.
Surgery
Orthopedic and soft-tissue procedures with safe anesthesia, careful monitoring, and gentle handling for Miami dogs and cats.
Dentistry
Dental cleanings, extractions, root canals, and oral exams protect the teeth and overall health of Miami dogs and cats.
Vaccinations
Yearly vaccines and boosters keep Miami dogs and cats protected against preventable disease all year long.
Grooming
Baths, dips, medicated treatments, and prescription flea control keep Miami pets of every size clean and comfortable.
Boarding
Comfortable, spacious boarding for dogs and cats in Miami, with on-site veterinary care and a bath before pickup.
Pet Food & Supplies
Professional pet foods, supplements, flea control, and quality supplies backed by veterinary nutrition advice in Miami.
Coral Gables was designed as a garden city, and that legacy shows in its winding, tree-lined streets, coral-rock landmarks, and beautifully kept homes near Miracle Mile and the Biltmore Hotel. Residents here take pride in doing things well, and that extends to how they care for their animals. Our clinic sits a straightforward drive down US-1, making it easy for Gables families to reach us for wellness exams, cat and dog vaccinations, and follow-up care without a long trek across the county.
The Gables lifestyle is deeply outdoors-oriented, from morning walks beneath the banyans to weekend visits to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and Matheson Hammock Park. All that lush landscaping is gorgeous, but it also means exposure to parasites, allergens, and the occasional toad near the many fountains and canals. We address these realities with proactive pet diagnostic screening and prevention plans built for a community that spends so much time outside.
With the University of Miami just to the south, Coral Gables mixes longtime families and young professionals. That range brings a wide variety of pets, from apartment cats near Miracle Mile to large dogs on estate lots. We meet that range with a full surgical suite for veterinary surgical procedures, grooming, and complete wellness care. Many Gables clients also live near or move between the Gables and nearby South Miami veterinary neighborhoods, and we serve both seamlessly.
If you call Coral Gables home, our team would be glad to become your family's veterinarian. Reach us at (305) 665-9400 to schedule an appointment or ask about the best care plan for your pet.
Local Landmarks We Know
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(305) 665-9400Neighborhoods We Serve in Coral Gables
Miracle Mile District
Biltmore Area
Coral Gables Waterway
University of Miami Area
Local Expertise
Caring for Coral Gables Pets, Season After Season
Coral Gables presents a distinctive challenge rooted in its very design. The city's celebrated banyan and live-oak canopy, ornamental fountains, and network of coral-rock waterways create a lush environment that is as hospitable to parasites and toads as it is to residents.
The dense tropical landscaping around homes near Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden traps humidity and shade. These are ideal conditions for fleas, ticks, and the mold and pollen allergens that trigger chronic skin and ear problems in Gables dogs. We tackle these with year-round prevention and targeted veterinary diagnostic testing to pinpoint the culprits behind persistent itching.
The Coral Gables Waterway and the many decorative fountains that define the City Beautiful also draw Bufo toads, particularly during the rainy season, putting curious dogs at risk of a sudden and serious poisoning. Waterfront owners along the canals need to know the signs and act fast, because toad toxicity is a true emergency requiring immediate emergency veterinary care. The same waterways that make Gables living so scenic demand vigilance from every dog owner near the banks.
Coral Gables also sits close enough to the coast that hurricane preparedness is non-negotiable, and its historic homes add a wrinkle - many older properties lack modern shutters or generators, complicating shelter-in-place plans for pets. We advise Gables families to prepare evacuation kits, refill medications, and confirm microchip records ahead of the June-to-November season. That planning ensures protecting a beloved pet never becomes an afterthought when a storm approaches this landmark community.
Patient Stories
What Local Families Say
"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
Miami, FL
"Our lab had ACL surgery on her knee and is now back to normal running around."
Howard Reeder
Miami, FL
Nearby Communities We Serve
Our Location
10427 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33156 - minutes from Coral Gables on US-1.
Your Coral Gables Veterinarian Is Ready to Help
Request an appointment online or call our Miami team. We have cared for South Florida pets since 1981.