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How should I choose a vet?
Veterinary Services in the Area
There are many steps you can take to find the best care for your dog.
- Call the office. A quick phone call can provide valuable information. How busy are they? What types of animals do they treat? How long have they been in practice? How many vets are on staff and how long have they been practicing? Are there any specialists? What kind of additional services are offered, such as grooming, x-ray, ultrasound, or boarding? What are the hours of operation? Do they provide emergency services? If you call with an emergency, can they fit you in immedietely? Does the staff seem kind?
- Visit the office before you need to. If you can, schedule a tour during your phone interview. A reputable facility will be more than willing to show you around. Take note of your impressions. How were you greeted? How are pets seperated (sick vs. well-visit animals)? Is the office clean? Do the informational materials and equipment appear up to date? If they offer boarding, are the kennels clean? How often are the dogs allowed out of their kennels? Is there a play area? How many surgery or specialty beds do they have for emergencies? You may also want to ask for a sample price list of common services and see if they offer payment plans for emergencies. It is better to know that your dog can be accomodated before you are in a stressful situation.
- When in doubt, ask for referrals. Hopefully during your office tour you will see thank-you cards or success stories on display. If not, ask if they have any clients or partners who would be willing to share their experiences.
Miami Dade County
Crossroads Animal Hospital
Dr. Carmen Sabria
11622 North Kendall Drive
Miami, FL 33176
(305) 279-2000
Companion Animal Hospital
Dr. Arthur Scherr
12035 South Dixie Highway
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 232-6661
Alton Road Animal Hospital
Dr. Gary Pait
1828 Alton Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 674-7387
Broward County
Discount Pet Clinic (DPC)
Dr. Oliver, Dr. Weiner, Dr. Hynes
6902 Sterling Road
Davie, FL 33024
(954) 989-9879
Palm Beach County
Animal Medical Clinic of the Palm Beaches
Dr. H. Scott Miller
7 Hazzard Street
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
(561) 689-7900
Emergency Services
PetER
Dr. Pedro Armstrong
6394 South Dixie Highway
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 666-4142
Surgeons: IVDD
Southeast Veterinary Neurology
Dr. Michael Wong
11774 SW 88th Street
Miami, Fl 33186
(305) 274-2777
Miami Veterinary Specialists
Dr. Alvaro Larin
8601 Sunset Drive
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 665-2820
IVDD Info
Questions about a diagnosis or symptoms?
Check out the Diagnostic Dog Symptom Checker on doggedhealth.com. It works similar to WebMD's Symptom Checker for humans, but is customized for your pup. This nifty tool can help answer question about what is ailing your dog, as well as help you know what to ask when you visit your vet.
