VCA Animal Care Center of Chicago

Chicago, IL

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Emergency Boarding Grooming Daycare End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom

Overview

At VCA Animal Care Center of Chicago, we've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives for many years. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners. Located in Chicago, our veterinarians, technicians and pet-friendly support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that our patients receive the best in preventive and healing care

Mission — Our goal to provide veterinary care that consistently exceeds expectations. We strive to express courtesy, efficiency, and above all, compassion. We desire to strengthen and encourage this bond in the day-to-day operations of our hospital

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
11
Support staff
14
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyEchocardiographyEKGUltrasoundCold Laser TherapyIn-House LaboratoryIn-House PharmacyDental X-Rays

Services in detail

Cold Laser TherapyDigital RadiologyEchocardiographyEKGSoft Tissue SurgeryUltrasoundCanine and Feline DiabetesCat DiabetesDog DiabetesBehavior CounselingNutritional CounselingAdult and Senior Wellness
Show all 47 services
Flea and Tick ControlImmunizationsMicrochippingNew Kitten and New Puppy PackagesParasite ControlPreventive MedicineVaccinationsWeight Management ProgramWellness ExamsWellness TestingAllergy and Itchy Skin ReliefAnesthesiaDental CareDental X-RaysDentistryDNA Breed TestingEar ChecksEuthanasia ServicesFull DiagnosticsGeneral SurgeryGeriatric MedicineHealth CertificatesHealth ExamsIn-House LaboratoryIn-House PharmacyIn-Office Surgical SuiteInternal MedicineIsolation WardPain ManagementPeriodonticsRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSevoflurane AnesthesiaSpays and NeutersUrology

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm; Sat: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

What services does VCA Animal Care Center of Chicago offer?+

VCA Animal Care Center of Chicago offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

43% Mixed sentiment
based on 381 reviews

The practice provides a blend of routine and specialized veterinary care delivered by a knowledgeable medical team. While some veterinary professionals are highlighted for exceptional, compassionate care and clear communication, the overall client experience varies significantly. Administrative operations face frequent criticism regarding long appointment waits, difficulty in scheduling urgent visits due to a shift away from walk-in hours, communication lapses on test results, and high pricing structures. Facility offerings include wellness exams and various medical treatments, though urgent and emergency availability remains limited.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsGood With Anxious Pets

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.