Cragin Animal Hospital
4.6 (156) 3042 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60641, USAHours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
How to Save Money at Cragin Animal Hospital
Schedule Regular Vet Visits
One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.
Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions
Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.
Pet Insurance
Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?
Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 895 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 12,067 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 19,675 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 5,109 |
| 4.1 | Figo | 2,814 |
| 4.5 | Hartville | 179 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,919 |
| 4.8 | Lemonade | 819 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,413 |
| 4.6 | MetLife | 7,195 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,418 |
| 3.9 | Pet Assure | 15 |
| 4.3 | PetPartners | 120 |
| 4.9 | Pets Best | 14,554 |
| 4.8 | Pumpkin | 2,913 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 10,498 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 58,886 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 2,601 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask
Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:
Tell me about your experience with [pet type].
Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.
How do you handle emergencies?
You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.
How do you communicate with pet owners?
Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.
Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?
Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.
Do you have any questions for me about my pet?
This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.
Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?
Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.
Reviews from Google
Dr. Lee is a knowledgeable and compassionate vet who took great care of my cat, Melo, for his eye infection. He explained everything clearly and I felt confident in the care Melo received. Highly recommend!
posted: 02/04/2026
I just wanted to take a moment to thank Dr. Lee and Michelle for going above and beyond for us. They were kind enough to fit us in right before closing on a holiday weekend—something we truly appreciated. We called, and they got us in right away. Their prices are fair, and more importantly, we left with peace of mind, antibiotics, and special food to help our fur baby feel better. Dr. Lee is incredibly kind and knowledgeable—our cat absolutely loved him! It’s been five days since starting the medication, and our cat is doing GREAT! Thank you so much, Dr. Lee and Michelle! We’re so grateful—and Canelo thanks you too! 🐾
posted: 05/29/2025
Please don’t bring your pets here 🥺 I Brought my 1 month old kitten in due to her having ringworm ( curable may I add) the vet was super rude and not helpful AT ALL. He almost made me cry when he told me to kill the cat, I had to advocate for the kitten so much for him to actually try and treat her or give me anything for her. Mind you my kitten is about to be 3 months and completely healed no thanks for them. The receptionist lady was super helpful and was trying to help me unlike the vet. I think he should be the receptionist. please go anywhere else and to the vet please do what you love and if being a vet isn’t, please don’t treat animals like they’re disposables. It’s a life. If he was a doctor and a human patient came it and had cancer I feel like he would tell the patient “welp you’re going to die” I’m so serious. Animal life’s are just as important as humans. So to vets please act like a doctor. Thank you. My kitten is Koi hope yall remember
posted: 11/10/2025
Dr Lee is the best vet ever. He has cared for all our pets for years. He is thorough but most of all patient and kind to our four legged friends.
posted: 08/24/2020
This vet is old school, however Dr.Lee is very knowledgeable. And doesn’t take advantage of his patients by charging for necessary labs. I brought my cat when he was having ear issues. The doctor busted out a microscope and diagnosed it immediately. I was able to get medications in office and my kittens ears headed beautifully. The same thing when my dog was having potty issues and needed a procedure performed. I think the care is affordable and Dr.Lee is an awesome vet. He is extremely kind with the animals as well.
posted: 07/17/2024
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