Merrick Animal Hospital

We have been going to Merrick for a few years for our senior pup, and we have had nothing but wonderful experiences there. The staff and vets are so lovely and kind. Dr. Horowitz is really the best and explains and answers questions very thoroughly and thoughtfully. They are very up front about costs and treatments and the pricing is fair. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a vet in the near western suburbs.

Merrick is the best. We see Dr. Horowitz mainly and he has been great with all of our animals. Especially our dog Rosie who has been through the ringer dealing with serious health issues. I know she wouldn't be here with us if not for Dr. Horowitz and the team at Merrick. Everyone there is very kind and compassionate and helpful with whatever questions or concerns we have had in the past.

I bring all of my cats here, recently adopted my girl cat from there, and all I have to say is the staff is completely professional. And, they are all friendly, and welcoming. I love the fact that when I arrive for my appointments, they take me almost right away. (Some places you're sitting and waiting 20-30 mins) I feel a sense of trust when I bring my animals here and they are all animal lovers themselves. Price wise: I would say it is completely rational, I never once go there and think I am over paying. I recommend this place to anyone in the Brookfield/LaGrange/Countryside/LaGrange Park/Lyons area

We recently took our senior dog to Merrick for a second opinion on her mobility issues. Their new veterinarian took the time to listen to our concerns and then did a thorough exam of our pet. She prescribed a monthly shot of Librela, which was recently FDA approved, for osteoarthritis pain. I love the fact that she was knowledgeable about new treatment options. We couldn't have been more happy with how we and our pet were treated at Merrick.

Been taking one of my dogs here for years and just started bringing my other new dog as well. I've always loved how great the team is. Front desk is always very cheerful and friendly and their techs and assistans are very sweet as well. Dr. Horowitz is amazing, always listens and takes his time with my pets. It's the only place where I don't feel rushed and know that they are listening to me. 100% recommend.

Had been a customer for many years (30+), and they had taken good care of our animals in the past. In our experience, routine maintenance and vaccines are what they do well, but they are not equipped for emergency/serious issues. The doctors are good, and the prices are generally reasonable. The main issue is that they have been chronically understaffed for a few years now, so it takes far too long to get an appointment. We've slowly had to go elsewhere because we couldn't wait weeks for an appointment when we had elderly animals. To their credit, they did see our seriously ill 19 year old cat as a walk in shortly before he passed. We recently adopted two kittens, and called to make their first appointment on August 18. The first available appointment was today, September 8th. Since they are hopefully healthy kittens we were not overly concerned with waiting 3 weeks. However, when we showed up for the appointment today (admittedly 4 minutes late) we were told we did not have an appointment. I am positive we made the appointment, and our phone logs show we called them on August 18 at 8:16 am and spoke for almost 12 minutes. Despite this being their mistake, they turned us away. Not one person in the waiting area, so they were definitely not too busy, but they said our only option was to make a new appointment for another day. We likely won't be back, but hope they do get their staffing issues sorted out.

What can i say. At the beginning i wasn’t sure about this place. But in time and meeting the right people, i feel they had more understanding regarding my pets. Dr. Antonisha is a wonderful doctor. Aka the bunny doctor. But he caters to other animals as well. The front desk ladies are lovely people. And there over all prices are reasonable, And fair. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for all these. Also don’t forget to use your first time patients get 15% off for new customers. Check this place out and make it your home vet for your pet! Because your pet deserves it.