Hilltop Animal Hospital

Palatine, 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
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life Urgent Care

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotOn-site parking
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Exceptional Veterinarian Care for Your Pets. Compassion You Can Feel. Welcome to Hilltop Animal Hospital, where your pet's well-being is at the heart of everything we do. From the moment you walk through our doors, you'll feel the difference warm smiles, gentle hands, and a team that truly listens. We understand that pets are family, and we're here to provide care that's not only expert, but also heartfelt. Whether it's a first visit or a lifetime of care, you and your furry friend will always be treated with kindness, respect, and understanding

Hilltop Animal Hospital, founded by Dr. Hinkle in 1979, operates today under Dr. Tripathi as a full service facility

Mission — Our goal is to provide trusted, lifelong care that helps pets thrive and gives families peace of mind. It's not just about treating illness it's about building relationships, earning trust, and being here for you and your pet, every step of the way

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
6
Support staff
8
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

in-house labimaging technologylaser therapyregenerative medicine

Services in detail

Wellness with Purposepreventive careroutine checkupradiographsultrasoundssoft tissue and orthopedic surgerieslaboratory testsdental proceduresin-house labimaging technologyOrthopedic & Intensive SurgeriesLaser TherapyRegenerative MedicineEmergency Care After HoursWalk-in Emergency Pet CareHalf Prices Vaccines Monday & TuesdayFirst Free Exam for New Clients

Appointments & hours

Monday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Tuesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Wednesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Friday Closed, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Hilltop Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Hilltop Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Hilltop Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

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

What services does Hilltop Animal Hospital offer?+

Hilltop Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Hilltop Animal Hospital established?+

Hilltop Animal Hospital has served the Palatine, IL community since 1979.

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