Animal Hospital on Route 66

Cicero, 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 Exotic Companion Mammal Avian Reptile Amphibian

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Animal Hospital on Route 66 is a full-service veterinary hospital in Cicero, Illinois that provides comprehensive and compassionate care for cats and dogs, as well as wellness examinations for hamsters, rats, guinea pigs, reptiles and birds

Dr. Ernesto Perez is excited to bring his more than 20 years of veterinary experience and passion for pet medicine to the heart of Cicero, Illinois and to Berwyn, Stickney, North Riverside and Riverside. Before opening Animal Hospital on Route 66, Dr. Perez founded Brighton Park Animal Hospital, a flourishing practice that has been keeping pets healthy and clients happy since 2001

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
2
Licensed technicians
4
Support staff
7
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Handheld tonometerRadiologyLaboratorySurgical area

Services in detail

Wellness examinationsVaccinationsSpayingNeuteringMicrochippingDental careSurgeryDiagnostic servicesBoardingGroomingEmergency servicesTelemedicine
Show all 22 services
Nutrition counselingBehavior counselingGlaucoma preventionAllergies and skin problems treatmentPrescription dietsFlea and tick preventionHeartworm preventionSenior carePuppy and kitten careExotic animal care

Memberships

Chicago Veterinary Medical AssociationAmerican Veterinary Medical AssociationIllinois State Veterinary Medical Association

Appointments & hours

Monday: 9am - 7pm, Tuesday: 9am - 7pm, Wednesday: 9am - 5pm, Thursday: 9am - 7pm, Friday: 9am - 6pm, Saturday: 9am - 5pm, Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Does Animal Hospital on Route 66 offer emergency or urgent care?+

Animal Hospital on Route 66 offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Does Animal Hospital on Route 66 treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Animal Hospital on Route 66 offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Animal Hospital on Route 66 offer?+

Animal Hospital on Route 66 offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

What reviewers say

60% Mixed sentiment
based on 355 reviews

The practice offers affordable and economical veterinary care with bilingual staff and clean facilities. Many find the medical team and doctors to be knowledgeable, kind, and thorough when explaining treatment plans. However, scheduling can be difficult with long appointment wait times, and some experience challenges regarding front desk communication, emergency availability, and policies restricting owners from accompanying pets during exams.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean 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.