Veterinarian in Three Lakes, FL

Your pet is more than an animal. They are a member of your family, and every family in Three Lakes deserves a veterinarian who treats them that way. Finding a practice that understands your community, genuinely cares about your animals, and approaches every visit with patience makes all the difference — whether your dog needs a same-day urgent visit or your kitten is due for her first round of vaccines.

Dr. Karen Fernandez and Dr. Nestor Morales, veterinarians at Your Family Veterinarian

Your Family Veterinarian is an AAHA-accredited practice serving Three Lakes and the surrounding South Miami-Dade area, owned and operated by a husband-and-wife veterinarian team, Dr. Morales and Dr. Fernandez. As a privately owned veterinary practice, they approach every patient the way they would their own animals, with genuine love, advanced technology, and a commitment to both physical and emotional well-being. Their team is Fear Free Certified, bilingual in English and Spanish, and proud to serve the family-centered, lakeside community of Three Lakes.

Veterinary Services for Three Lakes, FL

Finding a trusted veterinarian close to home in Three Lakes truly matters. Continuity of care means your veterinarians know your pet’s history, catch patterns over time, and are not starting from scratch at every visit. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, 42.6% of U.S. households own a dog and 32.6% own a cat — and with Three Lakes home to thousands of families across the planned communities of Deerwood, Bonita Lakes, and Three Lakes proper, there are a lot of pets that deserve consistent, quality care close to home. Choosing a trusted veterinarian near Three Lakes and staying consistent with visits is one of the most impactful things a pet owner can do.

At Your Family Veterinarian, the range of services available means your Three Lakes pet does not have to be referred elsewhere for most of their care needs.

Preventive & Wellness Care

Wellness care & annual exams

Pet vaccinations

Parasite prevention

New puppy and kitten care

Pet microchipping

Diagnostics & Advanced Technology

Veterinary laboratory testing

Digital X-ray

Veterinary ultrasound

‣ In-house results for faster, more informed treatment decisions

Same-Day Urgent Care for Three Lakes

Pets do not operate on a schedule, and neither should your access to care. For Three Lakes families, getting to a veterinarian quickly when something is wrong matters. Your Family Veterinarian offers urgent pet care for situations that need prompt attention without requiring a trip to a full emergency facility. From pet wound care and pet pain management to pet eye care and pet dermatology, our clinic is equipped to handle a wide range of conditions that need same-day or next-day evaluation for Three Lakes pets and their families.

⚡ Urgent Pet Care

For issues that need same-day or next-day attention — not a full emergency, but can’t wait.

‣ Wound care & lacerations

‣ Pain management

‣ Eye care & infections

‣ Dermatology & skin concerns

🔧 Surgical Services

Full in-house surgical capabilities with anesthesia monitoring and advanced safety protocols.

‣ Soft tissue surgery

‣ Mass removal surgery

‣ Dental surgery

‣ Spay & neuter procedures

‣ Emergency veterinary care

Compassionate Care for Your Pet

Your Family Veterinarian provides care for cats and dogs in the Three Lakes area. Dr. Morales and Dr. Fernandez are here when your pet needs us most.

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Why Three Lakes Families Choose Your Family Veterinarian

The decision to choose a veterinarian is personal. Three Lakes families want someone who understands that their dog or cat is not just an animal but a member of the family. That is exactly the philosophy Dr. Morales and Dr. Fernandez built their practice around. As a privately owned clinic, they are not driven by corporate quotas or rapid turnaround times. They are driven by a genuine passion for animal health and the relationships they build with clients. Three Lakes is a master-planned suburban community where over 47% of residents identify as Hispanic or Latino, and our bilingual team means every Three Lakes family can communicate comfortably in the language that feels most natural.

AAHA Accredited

One of the most rigorous standards in veterinary medicine — held by fewer than 15% of animal hospitals in North America.

Fear Free Certified Team

Every staff member is trained to minimize stress and anxiety throughout the visit — for both pets and their owners.

Bilingual: English & Spanish

Serving a community where Spanish is widely spoken at home, our bilingual team ensures no language barrier ever stands between your pet and their care.

Flexible Financing

CareCredit and Cherry financing accepted, making it easier for Three Lakes families to say yes to the care their pet needs.

Full-Spectrum Services

From senior pet care to behavioral consultations, comprehensive support at every stage of your pet’s life.

Your Family Veterinarian: Three Lakes' Trusted Veterinary Practice

When Three Lakes families need veterinary care they can count on, Your Family Veterinarian is here. Dr. Morales and Dr. Fernandez have built an AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified practice that combines the warmth of a privately owned clinic with the capabilities of a fully equipped medical facility. Whether your pet is due for a routine wellness visit, needs same-day urgent attention, or requires advanced surgical care, our practice is equipped and ready to help Three Lakes families. We also offer pet insurance resources and financing options to ensure cost is never a barrier to quality care.

Our team is bilingual, AAHA accredited, and Fear Free certified — and we are conveniently located on SW 88th Street, just a short drive from Three Lakes. Visit our about page to meet the doctors behind the practice, and when you are ready to book, use our online form to schedule an appointment today.

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