Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Veterinarians in Lake Villa, IL
Since 1993, Animal Hospital of Lake Villa has been dedicated to providing compassionate veterinary care rooted in kindness, connection, and clinical excellence. Our AAHA-accredited hospital boasts a Fear Free Certified team committed to making every pet feel safe and loved. We specialize in personalized care tailored to each pet's unique needs, offering services ranging from wellness exams and dentistry to advanced diagnostics and surgery.Our team prioritizes trust, compassion, and stress-free visits, ensuring pets and owners alike feel supported. With over 30 years of experience, we serve Lake Villa and surrounding communities, treating every pet as part of our own family.
Services
Dental Care
In-House Laboratory
Diagnostics
Surgery
Laser Therapy
Internal Medicine
Dermatology
Wellness Care
Spay & Neuter
Cremation Service
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Fear Free Certified team reduces pet stress during visits
- AAHA-accredited for exceeding 900 standards of care
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs
- Experienced since 1993 with Fear Free methodology expertise
- Comprehensive services from wellness exams to advanced surgery
Associations and certifications
- AAHA
What people say
Fear Free certified team
AAHA-accredited excellence
Personalized care approach
Stress-free pet visits
Experienced veterinary staff
Services
Dental Care
Our AAHA-accredited dental services include comprehensive oral exams, professional cleanings, digital X-rays, and extractions. We use advanced pain management techniques and Fear Free handling to ensure comfort. Services prevent periodontal disease, detect oral health issues early, and maintain overall pet wellness through regular checkups.
In-House Laboratory
We offer rapid bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams, and cytology testing with on-site diagnostics. This allows immediate results for timely treatment decisions. Services support wellness monitoring, disease detection, and pre-anesthetic screenings while maintaining AAHA accreditation standards for accuracy and efficiency.
Laser Therapy
MLS Laser Therapy treats arthritis, post-surgical recovery, and soft tissue injuries without medication. Non-invasive treatments reduce inflammation, ease pain, and accelerate healing. Each session lasts under 10 minutes with no sedation required, providing drug-free relief for pets of all ages.
Wellness Care
Customized wellness programs include vaccinations, parasite prevention, and age-specific screenings. Services cover puppy/kitten care through senior pet monitoring with tailored nutrition and behavior guidance. Preventive approach detects issues early while building long-term health foundations through annual checkups.
Soft Tissue Surgery
We perform spay/neuter procedures, mass removals, cystotomies, and soft palate corrections under AAHA safety protocols. Services include pre-op evaluations, individualized anesthesia plans, and post-operative pain management. Fear Free Certified staff ensures comfort throughout surgical experiences with monitoring equipment and recovery support.
People
Dr. Edward McGinniss
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. McGinniss brings decades of veterinary experience to Lake Villa, focusing on compassionate care and Fear Free methodologies. He prioritizes personalized treatment plans and client education to ensure optimal pet health outcomes.
Dr. Rodney Unger
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Unger specializes in advanced veterinary care while maintaining a gentle approach. With extensive surgical expertise, he ensures pets receive both technical precision and stress-free handling during treatments.
David
Executive Director
David oversees hospital operations with a focus on maintaining AAHA accreditation standards. His leadership ensures efficient service delivery while preserving the practice's family-oriented, pet-first philosophy.
Matt
Director of Medical Services
Matt coordinates medical care quality and staff training programs. He ensures all clinical procedures align with Fear Free principles and AAHA guidelines for patient safety and comfort.
Grace
Director of Administration
Grace manages administrative operations while maintaining client communication standards. Her focus ensures smooth practice management that supports both veterinary staff and pet owner needs.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer for pets?
We provide comprehensive care including wellness exams, dentistry, diagnostics, surgery, laser therapy, and dermatology. Our AAHA-accredited services cover preventive care through advanced treatments for cats and dogs.
How do I schedule a pet appointment?
Request appointments online through our website or call (847) 356-8387 during business hours. We offer same-day appointments for urgent needs within our operating schedule.
Are you equipped for pet emergencies?
While we're not an emergency hospital, we handle urgent care during business hours. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend contacting a 24/7 veterinary emergency center.
What makes your practice Fear Free certified?
Our Fear Free Certified team uses gentle handling, calming pheromones, and individualized care to reduce pet anxiety. We implement specialized techniques to make veterinary visits positive experiences for nervous animals.
Do you accept pet insurance?
We accept all pet insurance plans and provide necessary documentation for claims. Payment is required at service time with reimbursement processed through your insurance provider.
Reviews (5)
Audri Reutell-Tarr
Jun 21, 2022
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I have been coming here since they opened way back when. I love that they are fear free. The doctors are extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. the staff is wonderful as well. They can do much of the diagnostics right there, so that is helpful in getting information immediately.
Ethany Irizarry
Jun 21, 2022
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Worst vet ever please do not take your pet here. Veterinarian is constantly misdiagnosing my dogs. I don't even know how the rating for this place is currently at a 4. This place needs to be shut down. If your seeing this review please please hear me out and DO NOT go here, your dog will not get treated correctly. Update: so the owner replied to my review and had the nerve to comment information that isn't true and false.
I guess he went and looked up my name to see my pet and according to this person I took a cat there in 2017 which is nonsense because I do not own cats and the last time I was there was actually 6/17/22. So the owner needs to get his facts straight because apparently he was looking up the wrong person.
I guess he went and looked up my name to see my pet and according to this person I took a cat there in 2017 which is nonsense because I do not own cats and the last time I was there was actually 6/17/22. So the owner needs to get his facts straight because apparently he was looking up the wrong person.
Linda Hennum
Jun 03, 2022
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Dr. Mcginniss is a wonderful vet. Been with him forever and highly recommend him, Dr. Unger and the whole practice.
Luz Ocampo
May 09, 2022
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Animal Hospital of Lake Villa is the best in the businesses! The care about your pet and keeping them healthy. Maria has always been the most helpful when I've had issues with my dog. She is extremely knowledgeable! Thank you Maria and AHLV!
Nina
Apr 26, 2022
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This vet clinic makes it extremely difficult to get answers for health related questions about your animal. They refuse to discuss any health advice or questions regarding my animal because they haven't been in to see them as we are snow birds and went to Florida for winter. I asked a simple question about giving my cat medication to help calm my cat for the car ride back to Illinois SO my cat can come in but the refuse to give me any advice. Iv spent hundreds if not thousands of dollars on vet visits, shots, surgeries food etc and they can't tell me if I can give my cat medication for a 20+ hour car ride. It's all a money scam to get you to come in to spend more money.
