Cane toads
- They come out at night, especially after rain. Leash your dog and check the yard first.
- Signs: heavy drooling, red gums, pawing at the mouth or shaking.
- Wipe the gums with a damp cloth and come in right away.
Now Open in Allapattah · Se habla español
Care that keepsMiami's pets vital.
Unhurried visits, honest prices and a bilingual team that treats your dog or cat like family. Same-day sick visits, every weekday.
30-minute visits. Never rushed.
Welcome to Vital
A new kind of vet visit, built around your pet.
We opened Vital because Miami pet parents deserve more than a ten-minute exam and a surprise bill. Here you get time to ask questions, a clear plan you understand and updates by text while your pet is with us.
Fear-free handlingTreats, patience and calm rooms
Modern medicineDigital X-ray and in-house lab
Miami's happiest patients start here.
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Services
Everything they need, under one roof.
Wellness & vaccinesNose-to-tail exams, shots, heartworm and flea prevention.
SAME DAYSick & urgent visitsVomiting, limping, not eating? Call us and we'll see you today.Dental careCleanings, X-rays and extractionsSurgerySpay, neuter and soft-tissue proceduresDiagnosticsIn-house lab and digital X-raySkin & allergiesItchy skin and ears in Miami humidityFREE TOOLEnglish · Español
Not sure if your pet needs to come in? Find out in a minute.
Answer a few quick questions and our free symptom checker tells you whether it can wait for a regular appointment, should be seen within 24–48 hours, or may be an emergency.
- 8 symptom areas, from digestion to breathing
- A clear next step in about 60 seconds
- Send your answers to our team on WhatsApp
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What's going on with your pet?
Pet health tips
Keeping pets safe, Miami style.
South Florida comes with its own pet dangers. Here's what every Miami pet parent should know.
Heat & hot pavement
- Walk early in the morning or after sunset.
- Press the back of your hand on the pavement for 7 seconds. Too hot for you is too hot for paws.
- Never leave a pet in the car, even with the windows down.
Hurricane season
- Pack a go-bag: a week of food and water, medicine, records and a recent photo.
- Make sure their microchip has your current phone number.
- Check in advance which shelters and hotels accept pets.
Sago palms & lilies
- Every part of the sago palm is toxic, especially the seeds.
- Lilies can cause kidney failure in cats, even from a little pollen.
- Think they chewed one? Treat it as an emergency.
Worried about something you just saw?Use our free symptom checker →
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Meet your vet
“I opened Vital so no pet parent in Miami ever feels rushed out of the exam room again.”
Dr. [NAME], DVMFounder & medical director · [SCHOOL] · [LANGUAGES]
[Two or three sentences in Dr. NAME's own words: training, years in practice, their own pets and why they chose Miami.]
Proudly serving Miami.
Just minutes from home, In the heart of Allapattah, a short drive from wherever your pets live.
AllapattahHealth DistrictWynwoodLittle HavanaOvertownBrownsville
New patients
Your first visit, made easy.
- 1Book in a minutePick a time online or call. A real person answers.
- 2We get the recordsTell us your old vet's name. We handle the transfer.
- 3Meet your vetA full exam and a plan you understand, in English or Spanish.
OPENING OFFER
First exam [OFFER] for new patients.
Leave your details and we'll call you to book your first visit.
Questions
Good to know.
Can't find your answer? Call us or send a WhatsApp, in English or Spanish.
Message us on WhatsApp →Do you see both dogs and cats?
Yes. Vital is an animal hospital for dogs and cats of every age, from puppies and kittens to seniors.
¿Hablan español?
Sí. Te atendemos en español o en inglés, en persona, por teléfono y por WhatsApp. Yes, our team can help you in Spanish or English.
Can I get a same-day appointment?
For sick or hurt pets, yes. Call (786) 408-5838 as early as you can and we'll fit you in. Not sure if it's urgent? Try our free symptom checker.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Your pet on a leash or in a carrier, any medicines or food they take, and your previous vet's name so we can request their records for you.
What if my pet has an emergency after hours?
Go to the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital: [NEAREST 24-HOUR ER + PHONE]. During our hours, call us first at (786) 408-5838 so we can get ready for you.
Where are you located?
At 1625 NW 20th St, Miami, FL 33142, in Allapattah. We're close to the Health District, Wynwood, Little Havana and Overtown.
Come say hola.
Address1625 NW 20th St, Miami, FL 33142
HoursMon–Fri [HOURS] · Sat [HOURS]
Phone(786) 408-5838
Fax(786) 578-0838