Essington Road Animal Hospital
Joliet, IL
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Hospital
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- Yes
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Dr. Adam M. Abou-Youssef inherited his passion for helping animals at a very young age while working alongside his father. Since first established in 1987, Essington Road Animal Hospital has retained the same level of excellence and enthusiasm throughout the years by providing truly personalized and compassionate veterinary pet care in Joliet and the surrounding Will County communities
A dog and cat clinic established in 1987, Essington Road Animal Hospital has served the pets of Joliet and the surrounding area with care. Begun by Dr. Mamdouh H. Abou-Youssef, the current hospital was built in 1994 as demand grew. The hospital is now managed by his son Dr. Adam M. Abou-Youssef, BVM&S
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
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Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00AM -12:00PM & 2:00PM – 6:00PM Wednesday / Saturday 8:00AM – 12:00PM Saturday (1st and 3rd of the month only)
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Frequently asked
Does Essington Road Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+
Essington Road Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
What services does Essington Road Animal Hospital offer?+
Essington Road Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Emergency, and more.
When was Essington Road Animal Hospital established?+
Essington Road Animal Hospital has served the Joliet, IL community since 1987.
What reviewers say
Essington Road Animal Hospital provides compassionate and high-quality veterinary care known for fair pricing, thorough explanations, and strong emergency handling. The team is widely regarded as deeply caring and skilled with pets, offering a welcoming environment during both routine visits and difficult end-of-life moments. However, reaching the office by phone can sometimes be challenging, and new client availability is occasionally limited.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.