Premier Paws

Joliet, IL

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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

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

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment required
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

Discover a veterinary experience like no other at Premier Paws, where we seamlessly blend compassionate care with cutting-edge technology to ensure the well-being of your cherished pets. With a foundation of extensive veterinary experience, we go beyond the ordinary, offering comprehensive treatments and procedures designed to minimize stress and reduce the risk of disease exposure. At Premier Paws, we pride ourselves on being a full-service veterinary clinic, committed to providing top-notch care for your furry companions

As of September 2023, we are pleased to announce the addition of Premier Paws of Joliet, formerly Timberline Animal Hospital! Dr. Roger Hitt and his team look forward to continuing to work with the surrounding community

Care capabilities

Emergency
Er Daytime
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)

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

Technology & equipment

digital x-raydigital ultrasoundsin-house labcryotherapyendoscopyshockwavecold laserClass 4 Cold Laser

Services in detail

Veterinary ServicesPet GroomingPreventive CareVaccinationsPet Dental CareSpay & NeuterEmergency VetVeterinary SurgeryWellness ExamSurgerySupportive Pain ManagementLaser TherapyOn-site DiagnosticsDigital X-RayDigital UltrasoundsMedical Record ReviewEnd-of-Life ServicesVeterinary HospiceEuthanasiaCremationBlood Testing & Laboratory ServicesGeneral SurgeryHeartworm testingIntestinal Parasite ScreenLaboratory WorkMicrochip

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat-Sun closed; Vaccine clinic every 3rd Sat 9-1 by appointment

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Frequently asked

Does Premier Paws offer emergency or urgent care?+

Premier Paws provides daytime emergency care.

What services does Premier Paws offer?+

Premier Paws offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 390 reviews

Premier Paws provides dedicated veterinary care featuring a compassionate, highly knowledgeable team and affordable pricing options that appeal to pet owners seeking routine wellness, surgery, and urgent attention. The clinic maintains a welcoming atmosphere, handles anxious or nervous animals with exceptional patience, and offers convenient walk-in hours alongside specialized vaccine clinic days. While the facility itself is somewhat dated and wait times can occasionally be lengthy due to high demand, the staff consistently demonstrates genuine empathy, thorough communication, and attentive support through every stage of pet health and senior end-of-life care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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