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Urban Pawz Animal Clinic

Urban Pawz is unique place for pets to get the most comprehensive cutting edge medical care. Our mission is to promote healing by combining high quality medicine, a modern environment, and happy people.
You and your pet are always the center of our world. We pride ourselves on delivering value, prevention, and transparency.

Dr. Marcelle Dias-Appelblatt is a veterinarian with over 15 years of experience in South Florida. She was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and earned her bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from North Carolina State University and her veterinary degree from UFF in Brazil. She became licensed in the USA through the ECFVG program in 2009. Dr. Dias-Appelblatt is a passionate veterinarian who is committed to providing the highest quality care for dogs and cats of all age’s. From preventive care, to diagnosing and treating illnesses and performing surgeries, she loves it all.

Our Core Values

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Unprecedented Medical Care in a unique environment that promotes healing

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Reliable, highly responsive staff that lives our values every day with every client

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Beyond expectations in all that we do, in every case, with every client

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Accountable to the patients, clients, communities and families that we serve

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Never be too busy to address your pets medical needs and consultations

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Urban Pawz Animal Clinic

Dr. Marcelle Dias-Appelblatt

Owner / Medical Director

Dr. Marcelle Dias-Appelblatt is a veterinarian with over 15 years of experience in South Florida. She was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and earned her bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from North Carolina State University...

Paul Sotelo

Assistant Manager

Paul is originally from Brooklyn, NY and has devoted over 25 years to the veterinary industry, fueled by his passion for animal health and welfare. From a young age, he felt an undeniable connection to animals, leading him to pursue a career dedicated to making a positive...

Giovanna Kaplan

Giovanna Kaplan

Client Service Representative

Giovanna was born and raised in Brazil; she moved to South Florida in 2022, bringing with her a lifelong love for animals and a passion for helping others. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, she helps create a warm and welcoming environment for every client and pet...

Emira Sanabria

Veterinary Technician, CVT

Emira Sanabria is a Certified Veterinary Technician and Animal Aromatherapy Specialist with more than 8 years of experience. A native from Venezuela, Emira attained her Asociated Degree in Veterinary Technology at City College Hollywood, Florida in 2017. She is bilingual...

Helena

Helena Blaya

Veterinary Technician

Helena is relatively new to veterinary medicine, having two years of volunteering and kennel experience under her belt. A Florida native with Brazilian roots, she is fluent in English and Portuguese. With volunteering at cat shelters and having four cats...

Cindy

Cindy Haynes

Veterinary Technician

Cindy is originally from Kansas City and moved to South Florida in 2021. After 24 years as an Ultrasound Technologist, she built a career on skill, patience, and truly caring for people. But her love for animals eventually won out. Ready for something new...

Maribella Garcia

Maribella Garcia

Veterinary Technician

Maribella is originally from Puerto Rico; she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in the Dominican Republic and brings over 25 years of experience in veterinary medicine. She moved to South Florida in 2015, is fluent in English and Spanish...

Zuri Alvarez

Zuri Alvarez

Veterinary Technician

Zuri Alvarez is originally from Cuba, Zuri moved to South Florida in 2016 and began her veterinary career in 2021. She holds an Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology from City College and brings five years of veterinary medicine experience to our team...

Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Clinic services

Urban pawz Animal Clinic provide primary and urgent care services for cats and dogs.
 

Yes. Indoor pets can still be exposed to diseases through other animals, visitors, or even humans who carry viruses into the home.

Urban Pawz Animal Clinic offers both routine and complex surgical services. Some common procedures include: spays and neuters, growth removals, dental procedures, biopsies, and ear hematomas. Your doctor will assess your pet to determine the best individualized surgical plan.

Call us right away. We’ll review your pet’s vaccination history and get them back on track.

Both puppies and kittens should see a veterinarian within the first week of coming home. Before this appointment, you should provide your Urban Pawz Animal Clinic team with any medical records. In the first appointment, the veterinarian will assess your pet and determine what necessary vaccines and treatments your new addition may require.

Yes, multiple vaccines can be safely administered during one visit to reduce stress and ensure protection.

Bring their favorite treat or toy to keep them calm and comfortable. Let us know if your pet does best at the vet with pre-visit pharmaceuticals.  Most importantly, let us know if your pet has any history of vaccine reactions.

Schedule Your Pet’s Consultation Today!

Contact Urban Pawz Animal Clinic to schedule your pet’s consultation. Our team is ready to help your pet recover and thrive with our professional, community-centered approach to veterinary care.

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