Woodlawn Animal Hospital

Chicago, IL

At a glance

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

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Boarding Grooming

Overview

Woodlawn Animal Hospital welcomes you to our full-service, state-licensed veterinary hospital providing medical care for dogs and cats. Founding Veterinarian Dr. Allyson Harris is a champion of pet healthcare

Woodlawn Animal Hospital (WAH) was founded on March 1, 1995, by Dr. Allyson J. Harris. Formerly named Sweeney Animal Hospital, the facility that now houses WAH has been a pet care fixture in the Woodlawn community for over 90+ years!

Mission — We partner with pet owners to provide the highest quality professional veterinary care

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
2
Support staff
4
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital and Dental X-RaysIn-house labOn-site x-ray capabilitiesK-Laser Therapy

Services in detail

Annual Wellness CareAdvanced DiagnosticsSurgical ProceduresDental CareK-Laser TherapyGrooming SalonPet BoardingVaccinationsFlea, Tick, Heartworm PreventionAllergy ManagementDiet and Weight ManagementDigital and Dental X-Rays
Show all 14 services
Dental cleaning with dental chartingEffective surgery and wound repair

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Sun: Closed

Frequently asked

What services does Woodlawn Animal Hospital offer?+

Woodlawn Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Woodlawn Animal Hospital established?+

Woodlawn Animal Hospital has served the Chicago, IL community since 1995.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 324 reviews

Woodlawn Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary practice in Chicago known for providing compassionate, thorough, and knowledgeable care for pets. The veterinary team excels at making anxious and difficult animals feel comfortable during examinations and takes time to explain procedures and health plans in detail to pet owners. The facility is maintained in a clean condition and is widely valued for its supportive and friendly staff. While routine care and wellness visits receive high praise, services can face capacity limitations during urgent or emergency situations.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood 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.