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The Neighborhood Vets

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 136 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(136) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary DentistryVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet CareEquine & Large Animal Vet
The Neighborhood Vets
Services
General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
136

What recent reviews say

Most people describe a calm, caring practice where vets explain options clearly and pets arrive happy. Dr. Davies and Dr. Schroeder earn repeated praise for fearlessness with anxious animals, and owners consistently note affordable pricing. One older review flagged $982 in tests without antibiotic prescription, later resolved elsewhere, though most recent visits highlight cost-effective urgent care and surgical skill.

The clinic touts 40+ years in Washington Park, Low Stress Handling certification, and a woman-owned all-female staff. Reviews name named surgeries (laparoscopic-assisted spay with gastropexy, TPLO), monthly Lebrella shots, and same-day urgent appointments. Owners note the recent renovation improved the space; several mention avoiding the vet visit anxiety entirely because their pets show genuine enthusiasm.

Praised for
  • compassionate, skilled vets
  • staff treats animals like their own
  • transparent pricing and options
  • gentle with fearful or anxious pets
  • comprehensive care under one roof
Watch-outs
  • expensive diagnostics without follow-up treatment
  • heavy testing without prescription support
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Best for: Pets with anxiety or fear; families wanting surgical expertise and preventive care in one location
Think twice if: Heavy diagnostic workups sometimes ordered before prescribing treatment; worth confirming follow-up plan for ongoing illness

Strengths

  • Named vets skilled with fearful pets (Dr. Davies, Dr. Schroeder, Dr. Engmark)
  • Full surgical suite (laparoscopic-assisted procedures, TPLO)
  • Same-day urgent appointments available
  • Transparent pricing; owners note affordability

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Davies diagnosed foxtail by examination alone; performed removal
  • Dr. Schroeder known for geriatric dog care
  • Dr. Engmark and Dr. Davies both mentioned by name
  • Staff member Shannon noted for urgent-care response speed
  • Laparoscopic-assisted spay with gastropexy offered
  • TPLO (canine ACL) surgery recommended and managed
  • Lebrella shots available for monthly administration
  • Recent clinic renovation completed

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Reviewers praise thorough exams, clear option explanation, and preventive care under Low Stress Handling
Veterinary Surgery
Laparoscopic-assisted spay with gastropexy and TPLO procedures performed; owners report smooth process and faster recovery
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day urgent appointments available; one reviewer noted half the cost of previous vet's emergency pricing
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental care listed on website but no review text speaks directly to dental services
Exotic & Avian Vet Care
Exotic care listed on website but no review text speaks directly to exotic animal treatment
Equine & Large Animal Vet
Equine/large animal care listed on website but no review text speaks directly to these services

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.57 average across the 99 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 39% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 73
Review volume 93
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you have same-day appointments for urgent care?
Yes. One owner brought in a sick cat and was seen by Dr. Davis the same day; another owner with a dog showing allergic reaction was fit in despite a full schedule.
What surgical procedures do you perform?
Laparoscopic-assisted spay with gastropexy and TPLO (canine ACL surgery) are documented in reviews. Bloodwork, x-rays, and ultrasound imaging are available on-site.
How are fearful or anxious pets handled?
Multiple reviewers note Dr. Davies and Dr. Schroeder's skill with fearful pets, and owners report their animals show genuine enthusiasm for visits despite anxiety. The clinic claims Low Stress Handling certification.
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Last updated 2026-07-08