Animal Health Clinic-Wheeling

4.6 (121 reviews)
145 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA

Hours

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

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Animal Health Clinic-Wheeling

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 Animal Health Clinic-Wheeling? 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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4.8 Adoro 19
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,227
4.9 Embrace 19,970
4.9 Fetch 5,909
4.1 Figo 2,868
4.4 Hartville 183
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,371
4.8 Lemonade 833
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,221
4.8 Nationwide 25,693
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,328
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,865
4.7 Pumpkin 3,539
4.6 Spot 11,570
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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

4.6

121 reviews

Came here for an exam and told the vet that my dog had heart murmurs. All he did was check my dogs heart with a stethoscope, told me he had heart murmurs, and said that he can recommend a specialist who can ultrasound his heart for 500 dollars. The appointment was less than 5 minutes and they didn’t even give him his exam. Just put him on a scale and charged me 60 dollars. The vet also went outside to smoke twice in the five minutes I was there. If you really love your animal, go to a different vet.

Jul 29, 2023

I’ve been taking my dog to doctor Shapiro for years now . If you want someone to treat and cure your pet without overcharging his services... Dr Shapiro is your man. Very knowledgeable and straight to the point . His assistant Natasha is very sweet and polite. Everyone I have recommended him to has thanked me .

Feb 24, 2022

Dr. Shapiro is a miracle man! He has saved my dogs life not only once but twice! He is a well experienced professional, knows what he’s doing. Clean, respectable office I recommend everyone I can to him! Very passionate also reasonable pricing I trust only him! He would not suggest surgery unless it’s very serious and will take any tests that are necessary! FULL SERVICE! After my dog surgery he kept checking up with me day and night to see how the progress is. I can’t thank him and his assistant enough for all the loving care that has been provided! All protocols of Covid were taken seriously very clean and masks were worn! His assistant Natalya is fabulous and very kind hearted! Always so nice to see them both ❤️🌹 thank you for always making sure Toby is at his best!

Jun 19, 2021

Dr.Shapiro and Natalia very nice people. Treated my puppy well. Prices for service and vaccinations very reasonable.

Feb 5, 2023

Very caring, professional, and intelligent staff. Brought in our sick cat that had an open infected wound. Both Dr. Shapiro and Natalya treated our cat with care and respect and quickly comforted her (and us as well). Dr. Shapiro is very knowledgeable and experienced. Our kitty was prescribed antibiotics and natural healing of the wound (as opposed to an invasive surgery recommended by our local animal ER). Two weeks later, kitty is almost fully recovered! If you are looking for a caring, knowledgeable, and honest vet clinic, this is the place to go. They value honest and practical recommendations for your pet's health over other vets that "over-diagnose" to look to charge you thousands of dollars. Thank you!

Jul 8, 2021