Terry Animal Hospital

4.5 (86 reviews)
1419 Lake Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091, USA

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Terry 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 Terry 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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Rating Provider Total Review
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
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

4.5

86 reviews

We love Dr. Caryl and Dr. Sarah and more importantly my dogs do! Front end staff is efficient and friendly! Highly recommend!

Jul 1, 2023

Everyone at Terry animal hospital were amazing! We were worried we would have to put our dog down but Dr. Mattson gave us another way to prolong her life. Both my husband and I said to each other that it was the best vet experience we have ever had!

Jun 15, 2023

So glad to be at Terry!!! They love our family pets! Today we have received such good care for our Guinea pig. Big shout to all the staff from being greeted up front, to the vet techs (Brennan!!!💓) and our vet Dr Vandermark. Yay!!!

Nov 30, 2022

We found Terry Animal Hospital by accident really. We had just moved to the area from out of state and our little dog appeared to be having eye problems. I took her to several clinics in the area surrounding our new neighborhood but none were either taking new patients or could see here within a reasonable time period (3+ weeks for next available appointment). I began calling all the listings I could find and the folks at Terry got us in that very same morning! I was so THANKFUL! The receptionist, assistants and vet were all so kind and caring. They answered all my questions and showed real concern/compassion for my little dog. She was fine in a few days and the staff set us up with prescriptions for heartworm medication, flea/tick control and updated her vaccinations. No big deal but we were so glad to find a place with such welcoming and caring staff! Especially when we noticed several months later some swelling on my dog’s face and unusually bad breath. They got us in the following morning and discovered an abscessed tooth that needed extraction under anesthesia. Their level of care and kindness from our previous visit certainly put us at ease at the thought of oral surgery for our dog. And, as luck would have it, we were able to be fit into their tight dental schedule with an opening the following morning (next available would have been July, however, staff said they would have juggled some other previously made appointments around to get her in sooner than that especially since she was in such pain and the infection setting in). Our girl came through the procedure beautifully (and at a cost lower than I had been expecting). She’s recovering at home now and though she’s she sore from yesterday’s surgery she’s doing well AND the vet just called to see how she’s doing. It’s this level of care, concern, compassion and certainly a “family” feeling that I would whole heartedly recommend Terry Animal Hospital to anyone looking for routine animal care or something more intensive. Everyone there has been wonderful!

Apr 28, 2023

Dr. Blose has been our vet for many years. She is always kind, knowledgeable and caring. Her love of animals is obvious. She always returns calls and listens carefully to our concerns. I highly recommend her and Terry Animal Hospital.

Oct 3, 2023