Pet Surgery Center of Fort Lauderdale

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Steele and her entire team. I have known Dr. Steele for many years, and throughout that time she has consistently demonstrated an exceptional level of skill, knowledge, and experience in veterinary care. What truly sets Dr. Steele apart is her compassionate approach—not only toward her furry patients but also toward the humans who love them. She treats every animal with genuine kindness and attentiveness, whether it’s a feral cat in need of urgent care or a beloved family pet. In my own experience, she has provided outstanding care for everything from rescued feral cats with injuries to my own dog, always with patience and expertise. Dr. Steele also takes the time to listen. She understands that every pet owner’s situation is unique, and she makes a sincere effort to work within what you can afford while still providing excellent care. That level of empathy and flexibility is rare and deeply appreciated. The staff deserves just as much praise—they are consistently warm, caring, and incredibly helpful. From the moment you walk in, you feel supported and reassured that your pet is in capable and compassionate hands. If you are looking for a veterinary surgeon who combines clinical excellence with heartfelt care, Dr. Steele and her team are truly outstanding. I recommend them without hesitation.

My Pomeranian needed his spleen removed due to a mass his vet found less than a month after I had moved with him across the country from Northern California. I was broke from the move and terrified. The only way to test for cancer in the mass was to get it removed and it's presence posed a big health risk to my small dog who was about to turn 9 years old. Dr. Rachel Steele and her team were beyond helpful and supportive. They worked with me and my dog's vet to ensure his safety and success with the needed procedure. Their pricing was extremely affordable considering the complexity and resources needed for it. As invasive as it is to remove an organ, my dog recovered surprisingly quick and very well. Dr. Steele called me within a week with the lab results. Great news, no cancer! My boy is doing amazing and I am so grateful I put my trust into The Pet Surgery Center of Fort Lauderdale. I recommend their services to everyone I know with a beloved pet/s. I had the best experience I could have asked for and so did my fur baby. Thank you Rachel, what you are doing is absolutely incredible for so many pets and their owners. My Boogie is happy and healthy because of you and your amazing team.

Absolute best care I ever experienced when I went to this place! I own a pet rabbit so I was looking for cheap spay because some places I found were more then $400 over more. And clearly didn't have the money or budget to pay so much so I search and found this place and it only cost $306?! I was so happy when I saw this price so I got my little bunny for the surgery and everything went so well! The staffs and doctors were amazing the surgery only took around 40 minutes! Best place do come, I am sure to come again to get my other rabbit spayed.

We had an excellent experience at Special Surgery Center when our dog, Nyla, needed care. Dr. Steele and the entire staff were truly amazing. From the moment we arrived, they showed genuine understanding, patience, and compassion—not just toward Nyla, but toward us as well during a very stressful time. It was clear that Nyla was in expert hands, and that reassurance meant everything. The level of care, communication, and kindness we received went above and beyond. I would wholeheartedly recommend Special Surgery Center to anyone facing a pet emergency. We are so grateful to Dr. Steele and the entire team for taking such wonderful care of our girl.

I had to conduct an emergency surgery for my dog and came to this hospital. Stacy, the front desk receptionist was so insightful and comforting during these challenging times. Dr. Steele is one of a kind and amazing. She walked us through every step of the procedure and answered any questions we had. The staff really comforted us and my dog came out healthier than ever after the surgery. I drove over 50 miles to come to this hospital and I would definitely do it again because I can trust no other team to take care of my loved one like they did. Highly recommend.

I have an older pitbull, Blondie, and Dr. Steele has been nothing short of amazing with her. Many veterinarians hesitate to treat her because of her breed, but not Dr. Steele, she treats her with such patience, compassion, and love. She goes above and beyond to make my very nervous girl feel comfortable, even taking her for a short stroll down the block to ease her anxiety. Dr. Steele removed a melanoma from her chest and reassured me every step of the way that my dog would be in the best hands, and she absolutely was. I stayed in the waiting room the entire time, and the staff were so kind and understanding, constantly updating me and reassuring me that my dog, Blondie, was doing great. I’ve never encountered a veterinarian as open, loving, and genuinely kind as Dr. Steele, she’s truly an earth angel. My dog is incredibly lucky to have been under her care, and I’m beyond grateful to the entire staff (Theresa, Arianna, and Camilo) who are equally wonderful. Theresa at the front desk also deserves a special mention for being so compassionate and warm, she’s such a bright presence and she spent plenty of time with me on the phone guiding me and comforting me, allowing me to explain to her what’s been going on with my dog, she didn’t have to do any of that, but she did and I am forever grateful to her. Dr. Steele clearly loves what she does and genuinely cares about animals, it’s not just about money with her, unlike so many other places. Her prices are fair and reasonable, which makes quality care accessible and a lot more stress free. After a lifetime of having dogs and visiting many vets, I can honestly say that Dr. Steele’s skill, knowledge, and compassion stand above all others. I’m so deeply thankful to everyone at Pet Surgery Center for their dedication, kindness, and heartfelt care for both the pets and their owners. That kind of compassion means the world during stressful times. I would recommend Dr. Steele and her amazing team at Pet Surgery Center 100% to anyone whose pet needs surgery or specialized care. They are simply the best!

I came to Pet Surgery Center of Fort Lauderdale for a second opinion about my 11-year-old French Bulldog, who needed a small tumor removed from his mouth for biopsy and also had to get a few teeth extracted. From the very first moment, Dr. Steele was nothing short of amazing. She understood how anxious I was—especially about the anesthesia and the biopsy—and she was incredibly empathetic, caring, and patient. She took the time to explain every single detail of the anesthesia protocol, the procedure itself, and what to expect afterward. Her calm and thorough approach gave me such peace of mind and made me feel confident that I was doing the very best for my dog. The surgery went perfectly, and my pup was able to come home the same day. Dr. Steele provided very detailed discharge instructions and walked me through all possible post-op scenarios—so when anything happened, I already knew what to do and didn’t have to panic. The entire staff was wonderful, but I also have to mention Camillo, who was such a standout! He followed up with me the next day, gave me helpful recovery tips, and made sure we felt completely supported every step of the way. Fast forward 15 days: the biopsy came back benign, and my dog had the best recovery I could have hoped for. I can’t thank Dr. Steele and her team enough for their compassion, professionalism, and incredible care. If you’re looking for a place that truly treats your pet like family, look no further than Pet Surgery Center of Fort Lauderdale. I 1000% recommend them — they deserve every star and more! 🐾💖