I was going away on vacation and needed a pet sitter for my cat and parakeets…read more I honestly was very nervous to allow a stranger into my home and take care of my fur children.  I looked online and found that CCDD had extremely positive reviews (now I know why!!)   I reached out to Maureen (Owner) and expressed my concern.  She immediately put me at ease with her professionalism, caring nature and organization of the transaction. While I was away on my vacation Maureen was truly amazing.  I received daily texts with photos of the care that was given each day, including pictures of the freshly scooped litter boxes and filled food bowls with details of the daily findings.   Maureen truly goes out of her way to provide exceptional care to both my pets and my home!  During one of her visits a fire alarm battery had given out and was beeping.  Maureen immediately contacted me and took care of the beeping alarm as she was worried about my cat having to endure the constant beeping while I was gone.    I cannot recommend CCDD enough as Maureen truly cares about your pet and home!!  I highly recommend!!!!

Great service! First time using Cozy Cats last month while I was away for a week. The sitter (Luna)…read morewas incredible. I received very detailed reports of my cat's visit along with at least a dozen photos and a video each day. My cat is very timid around strangers but warmed to Luna quickly, enjoying the attention and even allowing for some playtime. The initial consultation and key drop off was very smooth. Highly recommend.

I work from home and have been clipping my own dog's nails for four straight years, so I don't…read moreparticularly need most of the services at Bark Place. However, I got this dog sweater from this location and thought maybe my dog would wear it once or twice for pics but never again. (I'm not a huge fan of dogs wearing clothes, but I had to admit a noticeable difference with my short-haired dog not shivering during winter months while wearing two separate coats. So I backed down on making fun of dog coats. My two larger, furrier dogs in prior years never needed manmade coats.) But this sweater is turning into a Linus blanket situation. I tried putting on a "Christmas" dog coat that matched her red Xmas collar (I love festive dog collars!!!), but it was white and getting dirty too quickly. I took it off to handwash it and put the Bark Place pink sweater on my dog solely for one walk, and she's been running away ever since when I try to take it off at night. At one point, she slid under one of the bar stools in my dining room, around the corner, ran into my bedroom and into her crate, flopping down sideways. Even if you don't need anything else in Bark Place, take note of the dog clothes. A bunch of my relatives crochet and knit, so I already knew the dog sweater was solid quality but expected it to wear. It still looks brand new, and my dog is glued to it. When I take it off to bathe her or what I *think* is comfier to sleep at night, she growls and leaps for it. I think a pink sweater and a red bow collar clash, but she couldn't care less about me being the fashion police. I'm tickled by how much she likes THIS particular sweater but has never ever been this into any other dog clothes gift (that I usually return) in four straight years. Don't sleep on the dog sweaters, I guess, unless you're my own dog who will turn over sideways so she CAN sleep in hers.

Working at BarkPlace on/off since 2013. I love to see these pups and their different personalities…read moreevery day... a job anyone could dream of!

We had the best experience at Becker Animal Hospital in Northfield, Illinois!…read more My dog, Bodhi, had a dental under anesthesia in March of 2025. In December, our Vet noticed Bodhi needed another teeth cleaning. I didn't want him to receive anesthesia again so soon, especially because his breed is sensitive. I found Becker Animal on an internet search for non-anesthesia dental cleanings; they were highly rated. The ratings are spot on! It was a wonderful experience. Our dog had a temperament evaluation with a vet at Becker first. After, he was able to have a full teeth cleaning without anesthesia. The total cost was $305. Bodhi was wrapped in a blanket and his teeth were cleaned in the technicians lap. It only took about 30 minutes. The treatment included cold laser on his gums to help with swelling and a post-treatment consultation to review his dental hygiene, findings, and optional dental products. We left with a goodie bag including a dental chew, toothpaste and a toothbrush. Before and after pics and Bodhi in goggles for laser treatment. Yes, they even take pictures for you! The office was friendly, helpful, and communicated beautifully. Stacey manages the dental bookings. She is excellent with answering questions and scheduling . A+ experience!

Such a great, caring, and efficient facility. Dr. Kathy has been seeing my pets for almost 10 years…read morenow, and I wouldn't pick any other vet to go to. She was able to find bladder stones in my dog that other vets didn't notice, and she never presses for more services to be done than necessary. Definitely would recommend Becker Animal Hospital to anyone I know who's looking for great veterinary care!

They treat the animals so well here. It's great! A huge selection of kittens and cats of all types…read more They give them shots and fix them. Great place to support!

Felines and Canines is the most wonderful shelter! I had to put down one of my cats recently and…read morewhen I began looking to adopt a new friend, I stumbled upon Felines and Canines. They were so helpful from the start and made the adoption process so easy. After filling out the application, they were very prompt with responses (even during a holiday week!), I was able to schedule an appointment to meet the available cats. I absolutely loved that they are a "cage less" shelter and I was able to really see all the different personalities of the cats. I met this sweet little Tuxedo cat and knew he had to come home with me! The staff were so helpful in answering all my questions and made the paperwork process very smooth and easy. I've now had Joey (formerly Darth Vader) for two weeks and couldn't be happier!!

We've had cats for over 50 years, and this is the best veterinary office we've ever worked with…read more Everyone there - vets, assistants, staff - has always been kind, compassionate, and professional. Most recently they have helped us through the unexpected sudden death of one cat and the anticipated but nevertheless wrenching death of another. These are situations they are used to dealing with, and yet there was never a hint of anything but the most sincere sympathy and understanding. When a vet has to tell you "I'm sorry, there is nothing we can do" you need to have complete trust in them, believe that they have indeed tried everything, and have faith that they are telling you what is best for your pet. Everyday care is one thing, but how a vet handles that heartbreaking situation at the end says it all. Berglund's vets are extraordinary.

They did not give any warning about the costs when doing tests during a recent visit. It's common…read morecourtesy to warn patients when a test is going to be expensive. Maybe it's just the attitude of their location, being on the north shore, that they assume everyone can afford anything. Really feels bad to get surprised with a 710 dollar bill for a "check-up". On top of that, the waiting room was very hot and uncomfortable, and there was lots of waiting.

Dr.Siwek helped our Finley cat when he was 6 years old. His ear hematoma surgery did not take and…read morehis ear filled with fluid again, the day after! The Vet said to bring him back for yet another surgery to fix it! This is a horrific surgery and recovery protocol. Finley had his first hematoma as a kitten, and when this happened again, now with the other ear, we considered putting him down to spare him the pain and misery. I cried thinking of how he suffered during the first recovery protocol. Dr..Siwek sent me home with homeopathic hemorrhoid cream. I was to spread that on his ear, 3 times a day. We saw results after the first day. Within 2-3 days the fluid had been re absorbed by his body, no swelling, no "pillow" in his ear, and we never had another problem with this ever again. Needs to be homeopathic and a cream, not an ointment. Hard to find these days! It will eliminate the need for this awful and expensive surgery for animals Thank You Dr.Siwek! God Bless!

We are beyond blessed to have Dr. Maria VonderHaar at Kindred Spirits ! She's been Marley's vet…read moresince he was 8 weeks old, he's now 11 years old ! Her ability to weave the best of both Western Medicine and Eastern Medicine is incredibly helpful and I think everyone should take their furr babies to see her ! She's hands down the best Vet I've ever experienced!!!

This review is long overdue! MOST of the positive reviews on this Yelp profile were written under…read morethe previous management and veterinary team. Since a change in leadership a couple years ago, the entire veterinary staff has turned over. The prior team was excellent, and in hindsight, their departure should have been my first red flag! I brought my senior dog in for a regular checkup, and we discovered two unrelated health concerns -- one chronic condition and one separate illness we were monitoring because it could become worse. I felt strongly pushed toward medicating the chronic issue, even though I had researched that conservative management could sometimes be appropriate for older dogs. When I expressed hesitation, I felt pressured and made to feel guilty for even considering alternatives. The prescribed medication required frequent dose adjustments and repeated lab work, which quickly became expensive. Even though it was explained that finding the correct dosage would take trial and error, I was still required to purchase a full month's supply in advance. When the dosage was changed faster than expected, I was left with unusable medication and no reimbursement. This felt like an unnecessary and avoidable expense. There could have been a system in place to give me only sufficient medication until they figured it out. Meanwhile, we were monitoring the second issue which would later become more serious. Over the course of many visits within a year, we were seen by a different doctor every time, making continuity of care difficult. I also received conflicting recommendations from the different doctors about how to proceed -- including differing opinions on whether intervention was advisable at my dog's age and I was even told that the medication my dog was on for the chronic condition they pushed me to treat a few months ago would conflict with any medication prescribed for the other issue which was now more serious. Why didn't anyone mention that? During one visit, an interaction between staff and my dog led to a required follow-up and unexpected charges. In 15 years of veterinary visits, never had I had an issue like this before. I felt the situation escalated unnecessarily and was not handled with the level of communication or care I would have hoped for. At my final appointment, I specifically scheduled with the one doctor I felt I could trust, but at the last minute I was seen by someone else. Ultimately, I sought care elsewhere and have not looked back.

When they were owned by Dr. Hagedorn they were the best vet! I took my animals there for the last…read more20 years. Now I wouldn't even bother. It is unlikely that you will see the same vet every time. They try and up charge you on tests that are not necessary. I spent thousands in a matter of weeks. And my cats came home sick after the visit. My one cat after 3 or 4 visits was still sick. I switched to another vet and after ONE visit and the correct medication he is fine. (The Good Vet on Main and Chicago) I am so disappointed and disgusted on how they conducted their business now. I will never go there again. What a total racket they have going on over there. Shame on you guys. Truly!

I returned to the clinic hoping that Dr. Lin would be there, but he wasn't. Dr. Yu seemed visibly…read moreuncomfortable around my dogs and didn't even try to calm them down. The exam was not conducted as thoroughly as it should have been, and he ran four cytology tests only to prescribe the same medication they always receive. After spending $700 for a basic allergy appointment, I am definitely not coming back. Additionally, I am still waiting for a prescription that was supposed to be sent to Costco; two days later, I still don't have the medication my dogs need. This is absolutely unacceptable.

UPDATE The…read moreveterinarian overprescribed thyroid medication to our cat. Like about 10x too much. I raised the possibility with her two times over the course of a couple months--both because his lab values were high and the dose seemed high (higher than what I take as a human). She finally admitted she screwed up and he was indeed WAY over medicated. We had bought the medication from them and had spent hundreds of dollars trying to dial in a dose that could never work. They offered to refund me ONLY if I signed a NON DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT. They don't want me sharing what happened with anyone. Someone from the corporate office even called and asked me to consider what this could do to the vets career if I shared my story!!!!!! What about my cat and all of our pets? I believe I have a duty as an animal lover to say what happened, even if it means they won't refund me. So now I'm left to handle this in small claim's court and I found a new vet who will hopefully care more about my pet's health. I chose a private practice and not a corporate one, that's for sure.