Ponce De León Animal Clinic

In 2021, after living in Miami for about a year, I brought my dog Picasso to this clinic for a routine checkup. He was only five years old at the time, and I simply wanted to make sure everything was okay. Based on their recommendation, they performed what they called a “senior checkup,” including bloodwork, which I thought was premature for his age but agreed to anyway. Three days later, the vet called me. The call was brief, cold, and lacked any compassion. I was told that Picasso was in renal failure, that he had a short life expectancy, and that the only thing I could do was feed him a very specific prescription kidney diet for the rest of his life. I was devastated and in shock. I had many questions, but the conversation was extremely limited and provided very little explanation or support. Trusting my instincts, I immediately sought a second opinion from my longtime vet in Fort Lauderdale. They repeated the bloodwork, and the results came back completely different. There was no indication of renal failure. This was an enormous relief, but also deeply concerning given the severity of the original diagnosis. Today, Picasso is 11 years old, thriving, full of energy, and living a rich, active life. He travels with me, plays daily, and shows none of the symptoms or decline I was told to expect. Had I not pursued a second opinion, I would have been living under the belief that he was terminally ill. I was also uncomfortable with the clinic’s approach to scheduling care. Vaccinations and routine services were spread across multiple separate visits, each requiring its own exam fee. In contrast, my longtime vet handles routine care in a more consolidated and efficient way, which feels more respectful of both the pet and the owner. My experience here was deeply upsetting, and I would strongly encourage any pet owner to seek a second opinion when receiving a serious diagnosis. It made all the difference for my dog.

This clinic is filled with the kindest people. My family has had two dogs visiting here for 25 years. Our second dog, Bella had to be put down after a long life. I can’t imagine a more compassionate team during my time grieving and all that they were able to do to help us out over the course our dog’s lives. I know when I’m ready for my next dog I will be returning.

Great and Professional service. The surgery went extremely well and our dog was taken care of from beginning to end.

Dr. Tonarely and the team at Ponce de Leon Animal Clinic have cared for our pets—past and present—with genuine compassion and dedication. Every visit reminds me how lucky we are to have such a caring veterinarian. The staff is friendly, patient, and never makes you feel rushed. My pets always receive exceptional care, and I wouldn’t trust anyone else. Highly recommended.

I never leave reviews but this one is more than deserved, I can only speak for myself obviously, but ever since brining Honey my golden retriever here I will never go anywhere else Dr Emily Perritt is such and amazing doctor such a sweet and caring person and treats honey with so much love always listens to any concerns I have and addresses it right away. The girls at the front desk are so loving as well, everyone is so nice and best of all how incredibly fair priced they are!! In my opinion where the clinic is and the service you receive it is so economical!! We will always be grateful and a patient here! ❤️