Lakewood Animal Hospital

We are a leading veterinary practice offering modern primary care for the pets of Morris, IL, as well as the surrounding areas. By providing exceptional care to dogs, cats, pocket pets, and reptiles, we fulfill our vision of creating better days for pets and people

In June of 1951, Dwight Veterinary Clinic opened its doors under the ownership of Dr. Robert K. Gay. At this time, the practice was predominately related to livestock. However, with the change in agricultural practices during the late 1950’s, Dr. Gay’s practice gradually shifted to treating companion animals. In 1975, Dr. Gay opened Pine Bluff Animal Hospital and expanded the practice to six veterinarians. At this time, the practice was 60% small animal and 40% large animal. A new partnership was formed in 1999 with four veterinarian co-owners, and the practice now solely focused on small animal care. To better serve the pets and pet owners of Morris, Illinois, Lakewood Animal Hospital opened its doors in 1992. The practice added its fourth location in 2011, Skinner Animal Clinic in Wilmington, Illinois. To allow for the retirement of 3 of the veterinarian business partners, in 2015 ownership was transferred to a new partnership. In 2023, the four veterinarian partners elected to split up the ownership so that the doctor practicing at each of the four locations would obtain ownership of their location, and at that time Dr. Michael Miller became the owner of Lakewood Animal Hospital