Advanced Dental & Surgical Care for South Florida Pets
Led by Dr. Blake Hefter, DVM — Cornell-trained with 7+ years of experience — PAWS Veterinary Center is South Florida's destination for full anesthetic dental cleanings, digital dental X-rays, and modern soft tissue & orthopedic surgery. All in a purpose-built hospital with separate dog and cat entrances.
Two Ways We Care For Your Pet
★★★★★ Rated 5 Stars by Plantation Pet Parents
Location
9601 W Broward Blvd
Plantation, FL 33324
Easy access from I-595 and University Drive.
Entrance
Separate dog and cat entrances and waiting areas — designed to keep both species calm and stress-free.
Learn More →About PAWS Veterinary Center
PAWS Veterinary Center is a brand-new, purpose-built animal hospital in Plantation, FL — combining advanced medicine, surgery, and holistic therapies under one roof. Our mission is simple: deliver exceptional, low-stress care for every pet that walks through our doors.
Separate Dog & Cat Entrances
Purpose-built to keep dogs and cats calm with dedicated entrances and waiting areas.
Dr. Hefter & Our Team of Doctors
Led by Cornell-trained Dr. Blake Hefter, DVM, with a full team of doctors and veterinary professionals caring for your pet.
Holistic + Traditional Care
Integrative options including acupuncture and herbal therapies in partnership with Da Cura Pets.
Serving All of Broward County
From Plantation to Weston, Davie, Sunrise, Fort Lauderdale, and beyond.
What Our Clients Say
"My family and I are more than pleased with Dr. Hefter and his team. He is so responsive, caring and gentle and always made us feel at ease."
— Maria R.
"Dr. Hefter was so gentle, calm and professional with my very skittish cat. I highly recommend him."
— Nancy R.
"He saved the life of our rescue pit at 8 weeks old. He is professional, honest, and cares for animals like his own."
— Lucy S.
Signature Care: Dentistry & Surgery
Two areas where Dr. Hefter's Cornell training and our modern surgical suite make the biggest difference for your pet.
Pet Dental Cleanings
Full anesthetic dentals with digital dental X-rays — the only way to clean below the gumline and find disease hiding in the 60% of every tooth you can't see. The standard of care recommended by the American Veterinary Dental College.
- Pre-anesthetic bloodwork, IV fluids & full monitoring
- Ultrasonic scaling above and below the gumline
- Full-mouth digital dental X-rays on every patient
- Multi-modal pain control & tooth-by-tooth charting
Surgery & Orthopedics
A modern surgical suite with advanced anesthetic monitoring (ECG, blood pressure, oxygen, CO₂, temperature) and multi-modal pain management. From routine mass removals to complex orthopedic repair — your pet recovers calm, comfortable, and well-medicated.
- Soft tissue surgery, mass removals & biopsies
- Orthopedic repair and TPLO consultation
- Pre-surgical exam & bloodwork on every patient
- Same-day discharge with complimentary post-op recheck
Proudly Serving South Florida
9601 W Broward Blvd, Plantation, FL 33324 · (954) 933-1935
Common Questions
Are you accepting new patients?+
Yes! PAWS Veterinary Center is happily accepting new patients across the Plantation area and all of Broward County. Call (954) 933-1935 to schedule.
Do you have separate entrances for dogs and cats?+
Yes. Our hospital was purpose-built with separate dog and cat entrances and waiting areas to reduce stress for both species.
What are your hours?+
Monday through Friday 8am to 6pm. We are closed Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you offer holistic therapies?+
Yes, in partnership with Da Cura Pets we offer acupuncture, herbal medicine, and integrative wellness alongside conventional veterinary care.
Can you provide international travel health certificates?+
Absolutely. Dr. Hefter is USDA-accredited and can prepare USDA-endorsed international health certificates for most destinations.
Ready to Book Your Pet's Appointment?
📞 Call (954) 933-1935 →Mon–Fri 8a–6p · Sat–Sun Closed