Elmwood Grove Animal Hospital

4.8 (432 reviews)
8035 Grand Ave, River Grove, IL 60171, USA

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 – 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Elmwood Grove 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 Elmwood Grove 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

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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

4.8

432 reviews

Absolutely grateful to have found this animal hospital. I brought my baby girl cotton to be seen on emergency. Same day appt, vet and vet techs were great. Receptionist were great. Cotton received such good care. Follow up was just as easy to get. Overall the best experience. Thank you so much to all who work there 🙏

Sep 21, 2023

I took my pit in for his routine annual and also with some concerns for allergies and skin issues. I adopted him as an adult and he has issues with anyone touching his feet or back end. I made everyone aware of this and all the staff did their best to manage him and try to keep him safe and comfortable. Once we all realized he wasn't going to allow treatment, we talked about sedating him and came up with a plan and that worked out well. There was no feeling of them doing it out of their own discomfort and discrimination of pit bulls, which I have experienced at other vets. My guy is a total sweetheart and loves people and other furries, but I'm unsure what happened to him before I got him and why he has issues with those areas of his body. Dr. Gibas gave him a very thorough exam and answered all my questions and I was asking a lot because I was very anxious. I never got the sense she was bothered by my questions and was very very patient through the whole visit. She gave him wonderful care and lots of love and pets and treats before and after sedation. She also went over every option as far as treatment for his skin and allergies and worked on a plan with me that was comfortable for both of us and all with the well being of my dog at the forefront of every decision. She covered cost with me before doing anything and making sure I was fine with that as well. The vet techs were very good as well. Patient and efficient and understanding and also loving and sweet to my dog, which is his absolute favorite. He just wants to make friends everywhere we go and he usually succeeds. I love this clinic and all the Dr's there that I have worked with. I cant imagine taking my pup anywhere else!

Jul 29, 2023

Great staff, incredibly friendly and they don't beat around the bush or upsell you things that your pet doesn't need. They were honest with us when we needed end of life care for a few of our felines and didn't try to prolong the process. We all love Dr. Heneghan, even Hector the cat.

Sep 26, 2023

The ONLY Dr I see there is Dr Hennigan🍀💚 (@20yrs now) her & the Tech can't remember her name (tall pretty girl dark hair) She was so Sweet to my Lil Old guy14yo Calvin 😍 & Dr H just Great with Zena16.5yo too 🙏💚🐾🐾 I have 2 Very Happy Pups!! 🐾🐾

Jul 6, 2023

The staff, vet techs, and Drs are always very helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, and fantastic with our four-legged family members. We were in for a yearly wellness check up for my Service Dog, Finnegan, and trying to help him deal with the onset of arthritis. The doctor was sympathetic in helping us keep him as active and pain free as possible.

Sep 8, 2023