Oakton Animal Hospital

4.8 (237 reviews)
851 Oakton St, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA

Hours

Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Oakton 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 Oakton 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.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,226
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,900
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4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,365
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,195
4.8 Nationwide 25,683
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,326
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,864
4.7 Pumpkin 3,533
4.6 Spot 11,560
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

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

4.8

237 reviews

I was so impressed with the warm welcome my dog & I were accorded from all the staff . Being our first appointment for her vaccines they were so patient & reassuring towards her. I think we have finally found the right dr & staff to care for our difficult Frenchie.

Aug 12, 2023

Wonderful staff who really care. The veterinarian is outstanding. Pleasant waiting room. Very satisfied with everything and will continue to use their services even though they are quite a distance from my home.

Aug 20, 2023

Negative experience trying to schedule a new client appointment. I called at 10:00 am to schedule the visit, and gave them my contact information as I was told they would reach out to me once their systems were back up. I called back about 3:10 pm as I had not heard back. They explained they had a Friday appointment during the morning I needed to confirm I would be able to make it to. I asked if they could explain their cancellation policy just so I could save the appointment, and I was recommended to just call back as they require a deposit to book the appointment. I called back at 3:25 pm to book the appointment and was directed to an answering machine. I left a voicemail explaining that I was wanting to book the morning appointment on Friday. Their system also sent an auto text, to which I also responded my interest in booking the morning appointment. I was then able to call back just after 5:00 pm and was put on hold. After coming off hold, I was told the time I was trying to book was no longer available and the soonest they could schedule me wasn't for another two weeks out. I am a new dog parent, newly moved to the Elk Grove Village area. I wanted to be able to have my dog checked out sooner rather than later, and not have to drive 20-30 minutes out to another vet, as my dog is still adjusting to traveling in a car. This unfortunately was a very poor experience I have had with the team here so far. I see the glowing reviews they get, and do not doubt once you are in you get great service, but booking an appointment to even be seen is a mess.

Jun 5, 2023

We were so pleased with our first visit to Oakton Animal Hospital. Our primary vet unexpectedly retired so we relied on reviews of friends and family as well as Google reviews. We we not remotely disappointed. The staff was friendly and cheerful. My 55lb Doodle is very curious and boisterous and the team just rolled with it! From the front desk staff to our amazing vet tech, everyone was so warm and professional! And Dr Svoboda was excellent. She thoroughly reviewed the medical records I supplied and worked with me to find a more appropriate alternative to my pup’s heartguard medication. She even discovered our previous vet had not fully vaccinated our girl. Overall I could not have been more pleased! We know we are in good hands now!

Apr 9, 2023

We used to bring our dogs to Oakton Animal Hospital but have decided to change vets. Dr. Mary and the office staff were very kind however the male doctor there was not. When we first adopted one of our dogs he said “ Take him back or put him down, there is no hope for him. “ not the words you want to hear from a vet. We also went to an emergency vet who gave us a medication that we refilled at oakton. It was double the price for the exact same thing. They also told us our dog had a tumor in his ear which perhaps had shrank and gone away but our current vet said it doesn’t appear anything was there before. It’s hard to put faith in a doctor that you feel had lied to you. They are extremely expensive and in my opinion not worth the money when there are much better vets out there for a better price.

Jun 23, 2023