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Homestead Animal Hospital

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We provide individualized health care plans for each patient, including innovative services you won't find anywhere else.

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At Homestead Animal Hospital, we strive to make a personal connection with each and every patient which allows us to provide the best care possible. You can count on us! We'll be here when you need us most.

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Proudly serving Homestead since 1955, trusted for years of compassionate, dependable pet care.

Open on Saturdays-because pets don't just need care Monday to Friday.

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Open on Saturdays-because pets don't just need care Monday to Friday. 

Cats

Dogs

Safe, supervised care for your pet while you're away - with plenty of attention, play, and comfort.


Boarding & Daycare

Keep your pet healthy with routine wellness exams, early detection, and personalized care plans.

Wellness & Exams

Protect your pet from preventable diseases with customized vaccine schedules for every life stage.

Vaccinations

Not feeling like themselves? We're here to diagnose, treat, and help your pet feel better fast.

Illness/ Injury & Sick

Advanced diagnostics like bloodwork, X-rays, and ultrasound help us catch issues early and treat fast.

Diagnostics & Imaging

Spaying or neutering helps prevent health issues, unwanted litters, and certain behavior challenges.


Spay & Neuter

Protect your pet from fleas, ticks, heartworms, and more with year-round parasite prevention plans.


Parasite Prevention

Treat and prevent internal parasites like roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms with trusted care.


Deworming

Deworming & Parasite Control

Get expert guidance on your pet's nutrition, weight, and feeding to support lifelong wellness.


Nutrition & Diet Counseling

Dr. Melanie Ortega is a veterinarian with a BSc from Florida International University and a DVM from the University of Florida, who transitioned from equine sports medicine to small animal practice, and enjoys working out and cheering for the Miami Heat in her free time.

Dr. Melanie Ortega

Veterinarian

A graduate of Iowa State University, Dr. Salazar is a veterinarian specializing in cardiology, internal medicine, and surgery, who is passionate about healing pets and advises all owners to invest in pet insurance.

Dr. Salazar

Dr. Toledo, who earned his DVM in Mexico in 1986, practiced there for three years before moving to the US, where he became fully accredited by the AVMA in 2000 and now enjoys spending time with his family and five rescued dogs.

Dr. Toledo

Zach began his journey at Homestead Animal Hospital as a kennel assistant at age 16 and, after a decade as a vet tech, he now serves as a leader who mentors the next generation of veterinary professionals.

Zach

Practice Manager

Originally from Alaska, Alanna began her veterinary career as a receptionist before becoming a technician. She loves the variety her work brings and helping pets heal. Outside the clinic, she enjoys reading, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her dog, Zola.

Alanna

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Anahi has loved dogs since childhood and can't imagine life without them. With a year of veterinary experience, she's pursuing a career as a veterinarian. She shares her home with five dogs and a hamster and enjoys volleyball, the outdoors, and time with loved ones.

Anahi

Born in Havana, Cuba, Ismael has worked in veterinary medicine since 1993 and specializes in K9 behavior after training with J&K K9 Academy. Experienced with dogs and exotics, he enjoys airboating, fishing, and time with his four dogs-Sugar, Cootter, Scooby, and Elle.

Ismael

Surgical Veterinary Technician

Viviana, a Homestead native, has spent eight years in the veterinary field caring for animals. Outside work, she enjoys car events, bowling, movies, and time with loved ones. She shares her life with two Belgian Malinois, Lola and Diesel.

Viviana

Lead Veterinary Technician

Cynthia, a Homestead native, joined Homestead Animal Hospital in 2014 and became a Veterinary Technician in 2018. She loves working one-on-one with pets and clients. Outside work, she enjoys the beach, swimming, family time, and caring for her four cats-Simba, Dusty, Princess, and Omalley.

Cynthia

Jason is a dedicated animal lover and advocate for pets. Born and raised in Homestead Florida, Jason has been working since 2022.

Jason

Veterinary Technician

Erynn joined the team in December 2020 and has always had a passion for working with animals. Outside of work, she enjoys 4-wheeling, exploring nature, and spending time with friends, family, and her three dogs-Axel, Broose, and Gemma.

Erynn

Kennel Technician

Originally from Cuba, Alexis has over nine years of experience in the veterinary field and a deep passion for animal care. Always eager to learn, Alexis enjoys spending free time playing soccer and football-and never passes up a good flan!

Homestead Animal Hospital

Why Homestead Animal Hospital?

500+

5-Star Reviews

65+

Years of Service

Weekend Care

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500+

5-Star Reviews

65+

Years of Service

Weekend Care

Open & Available

New Clients: Claim Your First Exam Free

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About us

Homestead Animal Hospital

Why Homestead Animal Hospital?

500+

5-Star Reviews

65+

Years of Service

Weekend Care

Open & Available

500+ 5-Star Reviews

500+

5-Star Reviews

65+ Years of Service

65+

Years of Service

Weekend CareOpen & Available

Weekend Care

Open & Available

New Clients: Claim Your First Exam Free

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