Urgent Vet Care & Sick Visits in Chicago

Sploot Veterinary Care is your go-to urgent care vet in Chicago, for both sick visits and urgent cases requiring prompt medical attention. Our doors are open 365 days a year, for extended hours each day. 
Whenever your pet needs us, choose from prompt same-day appointments OR urgent drop-offs.

Open 8am-8pm, 365 days a year... same day appointments and drop-offs welcome!
Primary and urgent care, under one roof.
Easily book online or text us.
Modern, warm clinics with unlimited free treats.
Open 8am-8pm, 365 days a year... same day appointments and drop-offs welcome!
Primary and urgent care, under one roof.
Easily book online or text us.
Modern, warm clinics with unlimited free treats.
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Wondering if Your Dog or Cat Needs to see an Urgent Care Vet?

Our Veterinary Tele-Triage is here to assist Chicago pet parents during times of uncertainty. Whether your pet is exhibiting sudden symptoms or facing a pet emergency, our team can triage cases over the phone and give helpful guidelines on how to safely bring your pet to Sploot’s urgent care vet clinic.

Pet Illnesses & Urgent Vet Care Cases We Handle

Our urgent vet care clinics treat common pet illneses in dogs and cats — as well as injuries or symptoms requiring veterinary urgent care in Chicago.

 Our Chicago vet clinics are fully equipped to treat more than 95% of pet emergencies and urgent cases handled in 24/7 Chicago pet ERs.

  • Cuts, abrasions, & lacerations
  • Paw wounds, concrete burns
  • Broken toe nails
  • Bite wounds
  • Sprains or fractures
  • Injury or trauma

Opt for a same-day appointment — or schedule your primary pet care appointment days or weeks in advance. We offer seamless online booking, as well as in-app booking straight from your phone!

In addition, our Pet Parent Concierge is available via text, call, or in-app chat, ready to answer your questions and take care of your primary vet care needs.

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One of the reasons why fur babies love Sploot: we use fear-free methods (AND FREE TREATS from the treat bar) to make every dog and cat feel like a VIP (very important pet)!

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We tailor primary vet care to each dog and cat, considering breed tendencies, age-specific requirements, and various other factors. On top of that, with the Sploot Vets mobile app serving as your mobile assistant for pet parenting, you'll receive helpful reminders for routine preventative pet health measures and more!

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Pet Illnesses & Urgent Vet Care Cases We Handle

Our urgent vet care clinics treat common pet illneses in dogs and cats — as well as injuries or symptoms requiring veterinary urgent care in Chicago.

 Our Chicago vet clinics are fully equipped to treat more than 95% of pet emergencies and urgent cases handled in 24/7 Chicago pet ERs.

  • Cuts, abrasions, & lacerations
  • Paw wounds, concrete burns
  • Broken toe nails
  • Bite wounds
  • Sprains or fractures
  • Injury or trauma
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Loss of appetite or overeating
  • Runny nose, coughing, or sneezing
  • Unexplained aggression or restlessness
  • Bumps and lumps
  • Anal glands - scooting

Unsure what to do regarding a pet’s illness or veterinary urgent care case?

Reach out to our tele-triage!

What Sets Our Chicago Urgent Care Vet Services Apart

Whether a pet is sick, injured, or showing sudden worrying symptoms, we are here to provide dependable urgent vet care. 

Our vet clinics and expert veterinary professionals are equipped to treat more than 95% of cases brought to 24/7 veterinary ERs. We offer the added benefits of  strategically reduced wait times, convenient care options and competitive pricing (with an $88 exam fee).

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Veterinary Tele-Triage: A Guided First Step

Arrange your dog’s or cat’s sick visit or veterinary urgent care appointment in our Chicago vet clinics with a quick call. Our tele-triage team will assess your pet’s case over the phone and recommend the best Sploot urgent care vet clinic for your needs. We will also match you with one of our vet specialists if needed.

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2 Convenient Options to Get Urgent Vet Care

Choose between having a same-day appointment or an urgent drop-off in our Chicago vet clinics.

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Same-Day Appointment for Urgent Vet Care

Be received immediately when you bring your pet to Sploot’s Chicago vet clinics.
After reaching out to our tele-triage, our team will prepare to receive your pet immediately, ensuring that your pet gets prompt care, with virtually no waiting time.

Urgent Drop-Off

For urgent cases or pet emergencies that happen unexpectedly on busy days, we offer urgent drop-off services. Should you need to leave or step out at any point, you can have peace of mind knowing that our dedicated team is giving your pet the care they need.

Safe Drop-Off & Swift Assessment:

Upon contacting our tele-triage, we'll coordinate a quick and secure drop-off process. Our team will promptly assess your pet's needs, conducting a thorough medical evaluation as soon as they arrive in one of our Chicago urgent care vet clinics.

Ongoing Communication:

Our team will be continuously in touch with updates about your pet’s case. We will also ensure that you are involved regarding important treatment decisions.

Delivering Reliable Care with Extended Hours & Partnerships

Although Sploot’s Chicago urgent care vet clinics do not operate 24/7, we operate on extended hours — so that we can maximize availability for when you need us most.

Should an urgent vet care case or pet illness require  overnight hospitalization, we can make arrangements for this too. We are partnered with various animal hospitals, making referrals as seamless as possible.

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Affordable Veterinary Urgent Care in Chicago

Sploot Vets’ Chicago clinics are fully equipped and ran by highly experienced veterinary teams — allowing us to treat more than 95% of urgent care cases and emergencies seen in 24/7 vet ERs, at competitive rates with an $88 exam fee.

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Bring Your Pet to Sploot’s Chicago Urgent Vet Care Clinics 

What Sets Sploot Apart as a Primary Vet Care Provider?

Hassle-Free Online & In-App Appointments

Whether you need a primary pet care appointment now or in a few weeks time, we offer convenient online and in-app booking, as well as the support of our Pet Parent Concierge, who are only a text, call, or chat away.

Serene, Private Clinic Spaces

Say goodbye to crowded, noisy lobbies and waiting rooms. We offer inviting private spaces in our Denver primary pet care clinics.

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Fear-Free Methods & FREE Treats!

With our fear-free methods and free treats from the treat bar, Denver pets are not just made calm and happy, they get the VIP (very important pet) experience!

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Personalized Preventative Pet Health Recommendations

We make primary pet care as personalized as can be, taking into account breed predispositions, age-related needs, and other factors. In addition, the Sploot Vets mobile app will provide preventative pet health reminders to make pet parenting a breeze!

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is urgent vet care the same as emergency care?

When your pet needs immediate attention within 24 hours, that's what urgent vet care is for. But for life-threatening cases like loss of consciousness or severe trauma, they would need emergency vet care.

Sploot’s Chicago vet clinics can handle more than 95% of cases handled by 24/7 vet ERs, including urgent care cases and pet emergencies.

Unsure if your pet needs urgent care? Feel free to reach out to our tele-triage for guidance over the phone.

What is the process for an urgent vet care appointment or sick visit? 

Urgent vet care appointments or sick visits at Sploot generally include a medical exam, necessary diagnostic tests, and treatment recommendations.

If your pet requires specialist care, our team will help manage pain and stabilize their condition before referring them to a specialist.

How long will my pet’s urgent care appointment or sick visit take?

The total time for your pet’s sick visit or urgent care appointment at Sploot depends on their condition and needed treatment.

What should I bring with me to my urgent care vet visit?

If you are a Sploot client, there is no need to bring a medical record — as we have this on file. New clients can bring medical records, if available, but it's not mandatory.

Will my pet need to stay overnight after a sick visit or urgent care visit?

Whether your pet stays overnight depends on their condition. Severe cases may need to be transferred to an emergency hospital.

Are fractures or injuries urgent vet care cases?

Fractures and soft tissue injuries need to be seen promptly by an urgent care vet. If you suspect your pet has these, call us to arrange a veterinary urgent care appointment at Sploot. 

Calling ahead gives our team a heads-up, so that we can prepare to receive your pet upon arrival. Our tele-triage team can also give helpful tips on transporting a sick or injured dog or cat.

Is diarrhea or vomiting an urgent care case?

Persistent vomiting or diarrhea for over 12 hours requires the attention of an urgent care vet.

Is fever an urgent care case?

Dogs and cats usually have a body temperature range of 99.5 to 102.5º F. If their temperature goes above or below these levels, they likely have a fever.

Generally, if a fever lasts more than 24 hours, it's best to seek an urgent care vet in Chicago.

What do I do if I suspect my pet has eaten a toxic substance?

If you think your pet has consumed something toxic, such as xylitol, chocolate, marijuana products, antifreeze, rat poison, or any other dangerous substance, it's an urgent situation requiring the attention of an urgent care vet.

Contact the Pet Poison Helpline or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.

In addiiton, make sure to bring your dog or cat directly to Sploot’s urgent vet care clinic in Chicago or another emergency facility nearby. Time is of the essence in poisoning cases, as there's only a limited time to induce vomiting and minimize harm.

What payment options are available in Sploot Vets Chicago?

We accept cashless payments like major credit cards, debit cards, CareCredit, and ScratchPay. This helps us ensure your utmost convenience and safety.

Does Sploot Veterinary Care -Chicago accept pet insurance?

If your pet insurance covers the needed  urgent vet care treatment for your pet, you can apply for reimbursement.

Keep in mind that pet insurance plans vary. We recommend Chicago pet owners to consult their insurance provider for specific details on coverage.

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Got Questions About Urgent Vet Care? We’re Here to Help!

Whether you are uncertain if your pet needs  urgent vet care or you’d like to book an appointment, feel free to reach out to our team!

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We accept scheduled appointments, same-day appointments, & urgent drop-offs in ALL our Chicago vet clinics

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