McKillip Animal Hospital

4.4 (151 reviews)
2867 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Hours

Monday 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:30 PM Tuesday 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:30 PM Wednesday 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:30 PM Thursday 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Friday 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:30 PM Saturday 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at McKillip Animal Hospital

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about McKillip Animal Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

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How rankings are determined

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Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.4

151 reviews

Great hospital and very easy to be seen. I’ve been here a handful amount of times with no appointments needed. I usually see the guy doctor. This time I seen Dr. Hopkins , she was such a breath of fresh air. She & the technician explained to me things very thoroughly and easy to understand,. I really like that she goes over an estimated cost of the treatment plan before getting started. The only negative thing I will say is that every single time I’ve been there , there’s always lady with short blondish/greyish hair talking really out loud with no decorum. It’s really uncomfortable having to hear her curse out of no where or grunting. Prices are a bit high as well, but i guess it due to the location. Other than that the rest of the staff is really nice and positive. I do recommend this place!

Sep 12, 2025

In full transparency, I had never met Dr. Hopkins before and was a little hesitant based on some of the reviews I’d read. But I had a really positive experience with her. My dog was having loose stool—thankfully nothing serious—and they recommended a stool panel and some medication. Dr. Hopkins was easy to talk to and very understanding, especially when I mentioned I wanted to be conservative with treatment for financial reasons. She clearly has a lot of experience and offered plenty of helpful tips and advice, which I really appreciated. I’d have no problem seeing her again. Yes, the clinic does have longer wait times—I went on a Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. and waited a little over an hour—but the ability to walk in without an appointment is a big plus. The front desk staff are kind, and when I declined the optional probiotics and IV fluids, the vet tech removed them with no pushback at all. Also, McKillips had the best pricing of any place I called. The office visit was $84, the fecal test was $78, and the antibiotics were $25.70—way more reasonable than other quotes I received. I also got texts the results the next morning. We’ve been bringing our pet here for about three years now and will definitely continue to be clients

Aug 7, 2025

DO NOT TAKE YOUR PETS HERE! THEY DO NOT CARE! I had a very positive experience here in 2019, with a completely different doctor. Dr. Hopkins and the team "cleaned" up my cats tumor area, and they did it so roughly that within 24 hours it began bleeding everywhere- and I had to bring her in to be put to sleep a week later. I don't think she would have suffered had they not rough housed her in the process of "cleaning" the wound and shaving an entire sensitive area and opening it up to infection. NOT ONLY THAT, but after she put her to sleep, I asked for the pawprints and she said "Oh don't worry about it, we'll mail everything to you." I just called after 3 weeks of checking my mail, and they said sorry, we don't have the pawprints, and they asked if I received a card, and I said no, and they said, "Oh, it must have gotten lost in the mail." Nothing has gotten lost in the mail for me ever, so it was a way to cover up their incompetence... So, if you care about your pets comfort and well-being and having an office that follows through with what they say they are going to do in an EXTREMELY sensitive time....I would not go here again, and will take my other cat elsewhere.

Jun 23, 2025

Ended up having a catheter put on my cat, because he had bladder stones, and immediately drove to the emergency vet to have it removed. Emergency vet said this never should have happened. Wasted $1400. I was pressured into this and didn’t know what was going on. Unprofessional care. My cat also needed immediate surgery for the stones, which they neglected to tell me how fatal and timely this was — instead their solution was something no other vet would have done.

Jun 9, 2025

Have been going to McKillip for almost 8 years. They always take great care of my goldendoodle, Ellie!

Mar 18, 2022