University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic

Urbana, IL

At a glance

Facility type
University Teaching Hospital
Practice tier
Emergency
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Avian Reptile Amphibian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Emergency Urgent Care End Of Life House Call

AVMA Specialties

Cardiology Dermatology Emergency & Critical Care Internal Medicine Neurology Oncology Ophthalmology Radiology Reproduction (Theriogenology) Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

A full-service hospital that provides outstanding, compassionate treatment for dogs and cats, horses, zoological companion animals, and farm animals. Offers emergency services 24/7/365, specialty services for referral cases, and primary care for routine veterinary appointments

Between 2016 and 2021, our full-service, 230,000 square-foot facility was extensively renovated and enlarged to provide comprehensive, compassionate care for all kinds of animals. Each year more than 20,000 animal patients from across Illinois and beyond visit the Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Mission — Simply put, the hospital is dedicated to improving lives: by providing exceptional patient care, by serving animal owners and veterinarians, by advancing veterinary education, and by developing innovative health solutions

Care capabilities

Emergency
24/7 emergency
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
6
Licensed technicians
2
Support staff
13
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

X-raysUltrasound

Services in detail

Vaccinations and infectious disease preventionParasite screening and controlNutrition, diet selection and weight managementRoutine dentistry and oral careBehavioral counselingSurgery, including spays and neutersDiagnostic testingImaging services (x-rays, ultrasound)Wellness and preventive care guidanceBreed- and age-specific individualized careDiagnosis and treatment of illnesses and injuriesPalliative care and euthanasia
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24-hour emergency service and intensive careRehabilitationOn-farm animal care

Appointments & hours

Emergency: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; Primary care appointments: Monday to Friday, 8 to 5; Urgent and Convenient Care: Mon-Fri, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m

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Frequently asked

Is University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic accepting new patients?+

Yes — University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic is currently accepting new patients.

Does University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+

University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic provides 24/7 emergency care.

Does University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic treat exotic pets?+

Yes — University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic offer?+

University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital - Small Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

65% Positive sentiment
based on 200 reviews

As a major veterinary teaching hospital, this facility handles complex medical cases, critical emergencies, and specialized treatments with advanced clinical capabilities. The professional team includes knowledgeable specialists and veterinary students who provide thorough diagnoses and dedicated care. While pricing can be high and wait times are occasionally extended due to high patient volumes, the hospital is widely recognized for offering compassionate support during difficult medical crises and end-of-life care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsGood 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.