VCA Lake Shore Animal Hospital

Chicago, IL

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Overview

At VCA Lake Shore Animal Hospital we help pets live long, healthy and happy lives. We deliver the best medical care for pets and the best experience for pet owners

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
11
Support staff
12
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiologyEKGTonopenIn House Laboratory

Services in detail

Digital RadiologyEKGFeline HyperthyroidismOphthalmologySoft Tissue SurgeryTonopenCanine and Feline DiabetesCat DiabetesDog DiabetesAdult and Senior WellnessFlea and Tick ControlImmunizations
Show all 41 services
MicrochippingNew 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 ExamsIn House LaboratoryIn House PharmacyIn Office Surgical SuiteIsolation WardPain ManagementPeriodonticsRadiologyRoutine SurgeriesSpays and Neuters

Appointments & hours

Mon - Wed: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm, Thu: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Fri: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, Sat: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Sun: Closed; Surgery Drop-Off Hours: Monday - Friday between 7:00 am - 7:30 am

Frequently asked

Is VCA Lake Shore Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA Lake Shore Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does VCA Lake Shore Animal Hospital offer?+

VCA Lake Shore Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

60% Mixed sentiment
based on 225 reviews

The facility provides compassionate, high-quality medical care delivered by knowledgeable veterinarians and a friendly support staff. The clinic environment is generally maintained in a clean, welcoming condition, making both cats and dogs feel comfortable during visits. While many clients experience positive wellness checks and thorough consultations, services can be relatively expensive, and additional treatments or subscription renewals sometimes require careful attention. Wait times and administrative communication can occasionally fluctuate during peak periods.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood 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.