Surgery is never a small decision, and we treat it that way. Our Miami veterinary team performs orthopedic and soft-tissue procedures with careful surgical prep, close patient monitoring, and anesthesia handled safely for each pet.
Every procedure begins with pre-surgical imaging and bloodwork so we operate with a full picture. From a torn knee ligament to a needed mass removal, your pet is monitored from the first sedative to full recovery.
Briarwood Animal Hospital has performed surgery for South Florida pets since 1981, and our doctor team offers 40-plus years of pooled surgical know-how. Orthopedic surgery addresses the bones and joints: fractures, ligament injuries, and the wear that shows up in active or aging dogs. One common example is an ACL, or cranial cruciate ligament, tear in the knee. It is one of the most frequent orthopedic injuries in dogs, and with the right repair and recovery, patients return to running and playing like themselves again.
Soft-tissue surgery covers everything that is not bone. That includes mass and tumor removals, wound repair, abdominal procedures, and more. Whatever the case, our priority is a safe, controlled experience.
Surgical prep is thorough. We assess each patient, run pre-anesthetic bloodwork through our in-house laboratory, and tailor the anesthetic protocol to your pet's age and health rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Monitoring is where careful surgery is won. A trained team watches vital signs throughout the procedure, tracking heart rate, breathing, oxygen, and temperature so we can respond to any change instantly. Gentle handling continues into recovery, where your pet is kept warm, comfortable, and watched until fully awake. We call you as soon as your pet is out and resting, because we know the waiting is hard.
Orthopedic and soft-tissue procedures with careful anesthesia, monitoring, and gentle handling.
Briarwood Animal Hospital
Serving Miami since 1981
From Consultation to Full Recovery
Comprehensive Examination
We evaluate your pet, review the diagnosis, and discuss whether surgery is the right path for your situation.
Pre-Surgical Diagnostics
Imaging and in-house bloodwork confirm the problem and clear your pet for safe anesthesia.
Surgery and Monitoring
Our team performs the procedure with careful prep, a custom anesthetic plan, and continuous vital-sign monitoring.
Guided Recovery
We manage pain, send you home with clear aftercare, and schedule rechecks to protect the outcome.
Ongoing Support
We stay involved through healing and answer questions so your pet returns to normal safely.
Recovery does not end at the door. We send you home with a clear plan for pain control, activity restriction, and incision care, plus a recheck schedule. For orthopedic patients especially, the weeks after surgery shape the final outcome, so we stay closely involved. Owners in Coral Gables and Pinecrest appreciate that the same doctors who performed the surgery guide the recovery.
Because we handle emergencies too, our surgical team is prepared for the unexpected. Some procedures cannot wait for morning, and our on-call service means urgent surgical needs are covered. If oral health is the concern, extractions and other procedures fall under our pet dentistry care, often with the same anesthesia safeguards.
When your veterinarian recommends surgery, or when you want a second opinion, we will walk you through the options with honesty and no pressure. Call to arrange a consultation and we will help you decide what is right for your pet.
When Your Pet May Need Surgical Care
MIAMI PET SURGERY
Active South Florida Dogs and the Injuries We See Most
Miami dogs stay active all year. There is no winter that keeps them indoors, so they run on hard pavement, chase along the water, and leap off docks and pool decks in every season. That activity is great for them, and it also drives the orthopedic injuries we treat, from cruciate ligament tears to fractures after a hard landing.
Pool and canal country adds its own risks, and sharp coral rock and debris can cause deep wounds that need surgical repair. We see these cases from Pinecrest to Coral Gables and beyond. Our team combines digital x-ray with hands-on orthopedic experience to plan each repair, then supports the recovery through Miami's heat, when keeping a healing dog calm and cool takes a real plan.
Why Owners Trust Our Surgical Team
Surgery Questions
We take anesthesia seriously. Every surgical patient gets pre-anesthetic bloodwork through our in-house laboratory, and we tailor the protocol to your pet's age and health. A team member monitors vital signs throughout the procedure so we can respond to any change immediately.
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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.
Dentistry
Dental cleanings, extractions, root canals, and oral exams protect the teeth and overall health of Miami dogs and cats.
Ready to Get Started With Surgery?
Call our Miami team or request an appointment online. We have cared for South Florida pets since 1981.