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Welcome To Carol Stream Animal Hospital

Located in Carol Stream, Illinois, we have been treating and caring for companion animals including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and small pocket pets for almost 25 years, and from our collective experience we hope to help you with the medical needs of all your pets. We believe in building solid relationships with our patients, and their owners, and establishing trust so that our clients feel comfortable when they walk into our office. Our experienced and skilled veterinarians, and staff, hope to make your pet feel safe. We understand that regular exams are important in detecting medical issues early in order to institute treatment while we still can.

Carol Stream Animal Hospital is a full service animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Our doctors have years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular pet wellness care. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, so your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting our Carol Stream veterinarian.

If you live in Carol Stream or the surrounding area and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pets – look no further. Our doctors are licensed IL veterinarians, treating all types of pets. Your pets’ health and wellbeing are very important to us, and we take every possible measure to give your animals the care they deserve.

At Carol Stream Animal Hospital, we have nearly 25 years of experience treating the beloved pets of the Carol Stream, Wheaton, West Chicago, and Lombard areas. We treat a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, pocket pets, birds, and reptiles. It’s important to us that we form a relationship with both you and your pet so that both of you feel at ease when you come to see us for an appointment. While we pride ourselves on our veterinary knowledge, we also pride ourselves on creating a low stress, comfortable environment for all of the families that we serve.

We hope everyone is staying safe and healthy during these difficult times. Our hospital is doing our best to keep everyone healthy by implementing safety measures for our clients, pets and staff as we start to open up our hospital.

We want to limit the amount of clients in our hospital at a time, as well as their time in the hospital. To do this, we will take the following steps:

When you arrive for your pet’s appointment, please call the office at (630) 462-7888 and a veterinary assistant will take your pet’s medical history over the phone or will bring you right into an examination room to discuss medical history. If medical history was reviewed over the phone, we will then go to your car and bring your pet into the office.

Once physical examination and treatment plan is done, you will complete your payment transaction in the examination room which will limit the number of people in the lobby. We will then do our best to make sure no one is in the lobby when you leave the hospital.

For all prescriptions, please call us at (630) 462-7888 before you leave home, and then call again when you arrive in our parking lot. We will come out to your car to complete the transaction and bring the medication to you.

We will accommodate all purchases as best we can. Ideally, purchases will be made over the phone (via credit card) and brought to your car. This may include prescription diets, parasite control, and other medications. If you’d prefer to pay with cash or check, we are happy to come out to your car for these purchases.

For all medical and emergency appointments, we continue to ask that you only have one or two pet parents in the hospital with your pet at a time.

This has been an unprecedented situation, and we will continue to do our part in keeping our community healthy and safe. We are extremely grateful to you for your patience and understanding. We value our pet families and your important role in our community, and we are here to help in any way we can!

Welcome To Carol Stream Animal Hospital

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We are a full-service animal hospital, and we welcome appointments for routine surgical, dental, and medical care. We also treat urgent and emergency situations. If you’re having a veterinary emergency outside of office hours, don’t wait- please head to your nearest emergency veterinary care clinic. If you’re having an emergency during office hours, feel free to bring your pet in without an appointment. We’ll find a way to work your urgent need into our schedule. While you wait for your appointment, you’ll be able to relax in our family-friendly waiting room. We do our best to make our office a welcome environment for kids, pets, and pet parents.

If you live in the Carol Stream, Wheaton, West Chicago, or Lombard areas, we’re here to serve you and your family. Our licensed veterinarians provide a variety of services to our patients, including annual checkups, vaccinations, diagnostic treatment (including x-rays and ultrasounds), medical consultation and treatment, surgical consultation and treatment, new/young pet counseling, spay/ neuter procedures, and emergency medical care. We understand that you have many choices when it comes to choosing a veterinarian, and we appreciate the fact that you’re considering our animal hospital.

Reach Us

Call Our Carol Stream Office Today!

We understand that you may have questions or concerns before scheduling your first appointment, and we’d love to talk to you about we can keep your pet healthy. Whether you need a regular checkup or need to treat an acute medical issue, we’re here to help. Call our Carol Stream office today at (630) 462-7888 today to schedule your first appointment. We’d also love for you to subscribe to our Carol Stream Animal Hospital newsletter, which releases the latest in pet care information to our community. When it’s time for you to choose a veterinarian, go with a professional office with years of experience- choose Carol Stream. We look forward to working with you and your pets for years to come

After Hours Emergency

St. Charles Emergency Veterinary Service: 630-584-7447

VCA Aurora Animal Hospital: 630-896-8541

Here are some of the excellent services that we offer:

  • Wellness physical exams – including avian, reptile, and small mammals
  • Preventative vaccinations
  • Diagnostics including x-ray and ultrasound
  • Medical consultation and treatment
  • Surgical treatment for soft tissue and some orthopedic procedures
  • New pet and puppy counseling
  • Neutering – both male and female surgical procedures
  • Emergency services are available

At Carol Stream Animal Hospital, we treat your pets like the valued family members they are.

Dr. Mondrian Contreras
Carol Stream Veterinarian | Carol Stream Animal Hospital | (630) 462-7888

140 W. Elk Trail
Carol Stream, IL 601

 

 

 

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★★★★★ Love, love, love Carol Stream Animal Hospital. Been a client for many years. However once Dr Contrares took over, i really found it go be a wonderful resource. I have found bith doctors and technicians to be professional, caring. They fully explain the issues and options. They follow up with calls to check on pet status. Then Dr C opened a Central Bark next door. It’s become a “ Pet Care Campus””. Central Bark staff lead by Lorraine are kind and caring. Great place to give your pet structured activities and interaction, get training and grooming. Liz, the groomer is terrific..You will nit regret having Dr C and his staff take care of your pet needs.Linda V.Linda V. ★★★★★ Always friendly and helpful!Bethany C.Bethany C. ★★★★★ Our dogs get wonderful care from Dr. Contreras and his staff at CSAH. We really appreciate them.Hollie Y.Hollie Y. ★★★★★ Been taking our menagerie there for 25 years and couldn't be happier. All the Doctors are skilled, patient, caring always have time to talk with you.Trust the entire team implicitly!Jim S.Jim S. ★★★★★ This is not my normal vet, but we had an emergency and our dog was actively choking with labored breath, and Carol Stream Animal hospital was the closest option. I walked in with my dog in distress; there was a tech up front who took one look at my pup and rushed to help. The receptionist helped me clean myself up, as my dog had an accident due to her distress. The receptionist took my information and got me settled while I waited. The tech checked back in with me for a history while the team worked to help my dog. Once my dog was no longer in immediate danger Dr. McCarthy came in and talked to me, she kept me informed on my dogs progress and was very personable and kind. Everyone was professional and caring during a very intense and scary situation. Both my dog and I got everything we needed out of the situation. Cannot commend them enough for acting fast when they noticed my dog’s condition and for keeping me informed while prioritizing my dog. I didn’t think I would be going home with my dog, but they made sure I did.jessica P.jessica P. ★★★★★ They have taken remarkable and compassionate care of my pups for over a decade now.Kirk W.Kirk W. ★★★★★ Staff is kind, helpful great with my cat. Quick and efficient. Easy to get in contact with and get files transferred to them. Highly recommend having your pets checked and cared for at this facility.Humaira Khalid H.Humaira Khalid H. ★★★★★ Great people caring for our animals.Eric S.Eric S. ★★★★★ The only place I trust with my fur babies for the past 20 years.Kathy P.Kathy P. ★★★★★ Everyone is so friendly and I never have to wait long for my cat to be seen.Debbie V.Debbie V. ★★★★★ Very helpful and informative. Quick and easy visit.Rocco M.Rocco M. ★★★★★ Very clean, staff and Doctor was very pleasant, knowledgeable and very attentive to our dog.Kathy G.Kathy G. ★★★★★ This animal hospital has friendly personnel, great customer service and a convenient location.We have brought our cats here for several years and they are always patient and thorough in giving us information.Linda B.Linda B. ★★★★★ Our puppy broke (and I mean BROKE) a nail and the team here not only got us in within a few hours, but were kind, efficient, and compassionate once we arrived. A wonderful experience during a not-so-wonderful day!Kate P.Kate P. ★★★★★ Very nice people.Bill “.Bill “. ★★★★★ We called around the area to 8 animal hospitals when our cat swallowed a decent sized toy. 7 places were unable to do anything and said they were “booked”. Carol Stream animal hospital was also completely booked but understood the urgency, took our angry (he was vicious outside of our home) kitty and were able to help us get the toy out very kindly and efficiently. Extremely impressed and we have found our new vet going forward. Thank you!!Jeff N.Jeff N. ★★★★★ We absolutely love bringing out 2 cats here. Dr. Contreras is incredibly compassionate and takes the time to thoroughly answer any questions we have. The staff is also super helpful and caring. I highly recommend Carol Stream Animal Hospital to everyone.Kyle A.Kyle A. ★★★★★ We trust Dr. Contreras whole-heartedly. He is a kind, gentle, and comforting soul, that makes you (and you pet) feel at ease. He understands our love for our pet, and he relates. He always takes time to answer ALL our questions and make sure we feel good about the care we are receiving.Sonya B.Sonya B. ★★★★★ Took my dog here instead of her regular vet she sadly had to be put down due to health complications. They treated us and her with care and respect. They emphasized that we either way made a good decision for her. Thank you for your compassion and kindness in the tough time.Lauren M.Lauren M. ★★★★★ Always been wonderful with my animals. The level of care has always been excellent 🙂Sara J.Sara J. ★★★★★ I came in with no appt and not very much money and they were so kind to take me in and see me. I really appreciate it so much! I was getting turned down by so many places I just needed to make sure my kitty was okay! Regardless of the outcome, the fact the vet and team cared enough to just give me some peace of mind meant the world to me. Thank you for seeing Louie last minute and working with me. Seriously, Thank you guys so much.Amillia H.Amillia H. ★★★★★ I was a new client, panicking a little of course, and Diane was really great on the phone. She just kind of makes you feel like you're going to feel better, and everything's going to be okay. The nurse was gentle and thorough. Her calm helped my anxiety. She was kind and nice to talk to. The doctor I was going to see was just a little backed up, it was a BUSY Saturday morning after all. Another doctor stepped right up and gave my pet and I a wonderfully gentle experience. I sincerely appreciate the call back from the doctor to check on my pet today. It made me feel safe. Thank you to all the staff for being so good to me and my pet. We appreciate the great care beyond words. Thank you for everything you do!Ashley M.Ashley M. ★★★★★ The finest in care in the country as far as we are concerned! Dr. Contreras is an amazing man and doctor! And considers all animals “his babies”! Can’t say enough about his staff and facility either!L M Dunne W.L M Dunne W. ★★★★★ Dr C and staff are great and friendly.Tony L.Tony L. ★★★★★ Very attentive, kind and compassionate staff. I am lucky to have found them. Thank you!December S.December S. ★★★★★ Best experience I’ve had at an animal hospital. Staff was good, doctor was great!Brian S.Brian S. ★★★★★ Wonderful staff and doctors. Curbside service is a life saver for me and my reactive pups. Instead of trying to keep them from going crazy in the waiting area I can wait with them in my car until they call to let me know the exam room is ready. Fantastic! Also curbside pick for prescriptions. The facility is clean, updated and well organized. Calls are returned in a timely manner and appointment reminders are a nice touch. Highly recommend this clinic.Susan L.Susan L. ★★★★★ They take great care of my dogs!CC ★★★★★ I recently relocated to Illinois and I found this animal hospital near my home, so I am happy that I found a vet for my cats. Service was fast, staff were friendly and professional. The vet was very informative and treated my cat with a lot of care.A O.A O. ★★★★★ I am new to the area. I’ve asked friends and family if they were happy with their vet. No one could give me a definite answer. That was troublesome, since my babies (Shi-tzu’s) are our life.Most answers were I wanted someone that was close to home. So that’s what I did, I researched vet close to home the reviews said enough. My experience with Dr. McCarthy has been ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING!!The Entire staff from the 1st phone call through the meeting of the Doctor. I couldn’t be more pleased.Our babies are in LOVING hands!!Eva A.Eva A. ★★★★★ Curb side feature for health safety. Inform you all issues you pet is experiencing.Jeff S.Jeff S. ★★★★★ Went there for the first time with our first puppy together. The staff was very friendly and professional. You could tell that they took their job seriously just by how they cared for our fur ball. The questions that they asked, the answers to the questions that we asked..yeah..we were impressed. And so now it looks like we found our vet!Josh K.Josh K. ★★★★★ They are the reason my dog is still alive after an infection in her leg from a previous surgery. Also very kind and compassionate.Nicole H.Nicole H. ★★★★★ La atención y cuidado que le dan a tu mascota es increíble excelenteignacio de la M.ignacio de la M. ★★★★★ Really nice people and doctor 🐱Richard B.Richard B. ★★★★★ Over a month ago, I woke up to my pet chinchilla making a horrible noise. Anyone who has had an exotic pet knows that a good vet is difficult to find at the best of times. But she needed help and Carol Stream Animal Hopsital was literally only a few minutes away.They not only got me in the same day, they treated Norma Jeane as if she were their own pet. She ended up needing surgery a few weeks later after the initial problem was treated and Dr. Gonnering couldn't have been more helpful. She not only understood that Norma Jeane was family but that I was also concerned. My little furry one has made a complete recovery and I know it's in no small part to the wonderful staff there. From the receptionists to the techs, they all deserve a huge thank you.If I or anyone I know in the area needs a vet, I am definitely recommending Carol Stream Animal Hospital.Amanda S.Amanda S. ★★★★★ On Saturday morning May 15, 2021 our beloved dog Rex suddenly became gravely ill. Carol Stream animal hospital was the only veterinary clinic that made itself available to us because they offer urgent care appointments. They were wonderful with our dog and with us as we had to make a very difficult decision. Thank you, Dr. McCarthy & Olivia!Josie B.Josie B. ★★★★★ First time here and every part of the experience was excellent. They are well organized, and their staff are friendly and patient - doctor and front desk staff alike. Very refreshing to deal with such a pleasant group of professionals.Stephen C.Stephen C. ★★★★★ Very quick and easy drop off and pick up due to covid.Nayrb E.Nayrb E. ★★★★★ Our pets have been patients for 30 years.Scott B.Scott B. ★★★★★ They are great, Dr. Contreras, and Dr. McCarthy are great with the animals and take great care of the. Staff is friendly and very helpful.William C D.William C D. ★★★★★ The staff was so kind to my cat and I. They are very knowledgeable, presented all of our treatment options, and made sure I understood all of the information. They were patient and also efficient. They care about the animals and their owners. I appreciate this animal hospital very much and will definitely be back. Thank you!Kim W.Kim W. ★★★★★ When our 9 year old husky hurt her paw, CSAH was able to sqeeze her in for an appointment. Our vet of 30 years was not going to be able to see her until the following week!! That wasn't going to work!! I read reviews and decided on CSAH. Everyone was very nice. Dr. McCarthy called twice during the next two weeks to check on her! I would highly recommend them!Marquetta S.Marquetta S. ★★★★★ We have been going to Carol Stream Animal Hospital for over 20 years with a wide variety of pets.....this hospital is awesome! They really care about their patients always giving the best possible care and attention to each one. I just love this animal hospital!Michelle C.Michelle C. ★★★★☆ I have gone to Carol Stream Animal Hospital with 2 of my cats and was always treated well with Dr. Contracts and Dr. McCarthy and would definitely recommend others to trust their Care.Cecilia S.Cecilia S. ★★★★☆ They took good care of our sweet Coco! She had bladder stones. Surgery went well.They are kind of expensive but excellent service and communication skills with the doctors. Some front desk people are rude and in a rush when we called with questions a couple days after surgeryAna S.Ana S. ★★★★☆ Vet was pretty nice but the front lady attendant was pretty rude and not friendlyDébora L.Débora L. ★★★★☆ Allow us to be with our pets... Your patient who is under duress already and not allowing "family" is just wrongKen N.Ken N. ★★★★☆ Good people. Clean. Very nice doctorsBut to much restricted.They going for store s restaurants butHere have to explain everything by phoneCrazy !!!!Maciej M.Maciej M.js_loader

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8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tuesday

8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday

8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thursday

8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday

8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sunday

Closed

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Truly an amazing staff here. Thank you for being absolutely wonderful from the time we walk into the time we walked out. 

Shaelynn Marcum

Such a great experience. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. And the facility is so clean and spacious. Nicest vet clinic I’ve ever seen 

Katie Kirven

Our regular Vet couldn’t get our St Bernard in for an emergency because they were overbooked and short staffed They recommended Cleveland Rd Animal Hospital . I called , told them what I thought she had and they got us in right away (even though we had never been there before) . They confirmed what we thought was wrong and did an emergency surgery that day (which saved her life) ! Now Kota is resting at home and doing very well . Everyone that we dealt with was amazing , from the receptionist to the vet tech , to the Vet ! They called giving us updates throughout the day and called this morning to check and make sure Kota was doing OK. I don’t generally do reviews but they have earned it ! Thank you so much to Everyone at Cleveland Rd Animal Hospital , you folks are great !! 

Chad Brinker

Because you’re all so wonderful, so kind, and thoughtful too — it wouldn’t to miss this chance to send warm thanks to you.

Lee, Diane, Brian and Travis Crider

I am writing you this letter as a thank you from my family for the love and care you showed in December for our little Tuffy Joseph.

Jaime, George, Hunter & Kory

“My pets and I are always treated with professionalism and respect, from the office staff to the vet techs to the doctors. They always take adequate time to answer all of my questions and to clarify anything that is unclear.”

Nancy Ditmer

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