Your pet means everything to you, and when something feels off, you want answers fast. We get it. That’s why we’re here.
Urgent vet care sits in the sweet spot between your regular vet and a full emergency animal hospital. Just like urgent care for humans, it's for pet problems that can't wait days but aren't necessarily life-threatening.
At Scout Veterinary Urgent Care, we offer same-day urgent pet care services right here in Chicago, so you can take a deep breath and know your best friend is in good hands. Scout Veterinary Urgent Care is built exactly for these moments.
Veterinary urgent care is designed for health issues that need attention today, not next week. Think of it like an urgent care clinic for people, but for the furry family member who makes every day brighter.
Scout Care handles a wide range of same-day concerns, including:
We also help with diagnostics, x-rays, and pain management. Whatever your pet needs today, we are ready and happy to help.
Emergency animal hospitals are the right call for true veterinary emergencies: uncontrolled bleeding, suspected poisoning, seizures, or anything life-threatening. We will always point you there when that is what your pet needs and will help you stabilize, triage, and transfer smoothly.
Scout Veterinary Urgent Care fills the gap that so many Chicago pet parents experience. Something is clearly wrong, your regular vet can't fit you in, and you do not want to sit in an emergency waiting room for hours. You and your pet deserve better than that.
Here is how we compare:
You know your pet better than anyone. Trust that instinct. Here are some signs your pet needs urgent vet care sooner rather than later:
If you are ever unsure, please come in. We would always rather give your pet a clean bill of health than have you sitting at home worried. No concern is too small for our team.
From the moment you walk through our doors, our whole focus is on you and your pet. Here is what a visit looks like:
Scout Veterinary Urgent Care operates from 10 AM to 8 PM 7 days a week, and at some clinics like Scout Veterinary Urgent Care West Loop, we have extended summer hours and are open until 10 PM. If your pet faces a true emergency when even we are not open, please head directly to an emergency animal hospital. The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is also available 24/7 for suspected poisoning cases.
For situations involving hospitalization or overnight monitoring, an emergency facility is the right fit, as Scout does not offer hospitalization or overnight monitoring. We will help coordinate a referral so your pet's care never skips a beat. You are never alone in navigating this. We’ve got your back.
Access to great vet care should not feel like a struggle. Your regular vet might be booked for two weeks. An emergency animal hospital might have a four-hour wait for a non-critical case. You deserve something better, and that is exactly why Scout exists.
We offer:
Chicago pet parents trust us because we show up for them every single day.
No. Scout Veterinary Urgent Care is a veterinary urgent care clinic for same-day and next-day non-life-threatening pet emergencies. For life-threatening situations, please go to an emergency animal hospital right away. Your pet's safety always comes first. If you’re not sure where to go, give us a call and we’d be happy to help.
Absolutely. Walk in during business hours and we will take great care of you. You can also book a same-day appointment online if you prefer to guarantee your spot. We love meeting new clients and their pets.
We believe in transparent pricing, full stop. We walk you through costs before moving forward with any treatment. No hidden fees, no surprise bills. Exceptional urgent vet care should feel accessible.
Absolutely. Ear infections are one of the most common reasons pet parents visit us. We can examine, diagnose, and start treatment in a single visit. Relief is closer than you think.
If your pet needs overnight monitoring or extended hospitalization, we will let you know right away and connect you with the right emergency care facility, along with ensuring a smooth transfer for you. We are always honest about our scope, and we have great relationships with many local emergency partners, so your pet's care will never skip a beat.
Your pet is lucky to have someone who loves them as much as you do. We are here to back you up every unexpected step of the way.