Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital

Ottawa, 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

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Grooming End Of Life House Call

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

The Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital has provided animal care and pet doctor services to the Ottawa, IL area for over 45 years. You will know your pet is getting the best since we are the only AAHA certified pet hospital in town

We're a family owned and operated facility that was established in 1974 by Dr. Ahrendsen (currently retired)

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
Pet insurance
Accepted

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)

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

Services in detail

Pet microchippingPet dental proceduresAnimal vaccinationsPet orthopedicsHeartworm treatmentPet Lyme diseaseFleas and ticksFeline Aids (FIV)Feline leukemiaPet obesityPet radiologyPet lab testsPet blood panelsPet x-raysPet urinalysisPet endocrine testingPet parasite examsDeclawingAnimal soft tissue surgeryNeuteringSpayingPet emergency surgeryPet boardingPet groomingHouse callsSecond opinionsSenior discounts

Memberships

American Veterinary Medical AssociationIllinois State Veterinary Medical Association

Appointments & hours

Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Sunday - CLOSED

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Frequently asked

Does Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Is Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital established?+

Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital has served the Ottawa, IL community since 1974.

What reviewers say

80% Positive sentiment
based on 228 reviews

Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary practice offering comprehensive pet care, surgical services, and routine wellness. The clinic is widely known for compassionate, knowledgeable veterinarians and a friendly support staff who handle emergencies and end-of-life care with sensitivity. While many clients experience timely visits and helpful scheduling, phone communication and appointment availability can occasionally be challenging.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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