Business Details
34 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Morris, IL
Established in 1992, Lakewood Animal Hospital has dedicated three decades to providing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets in Morris, Illinois. Our team of experienced veterinarians and technicians emphasizes preventative health strategies while offering advanced diagnostic, surgical, and dental services. We maintain partnerships with telemedicine providers to ensure after-hours care and utilize modern medical technologies to enhance patient outcomes.With a philosophy centered on balancing patient welfare, client satisfaction, and staff well-being, we've earned community recognition through consecutive 'Best Veterinarian' awards. Our hospital uniquely combines small-town hospitality with specialized care for exotic species, including reptiles and small mammals, while maintaining rigorous anesthesia monitoring protocols during surgical procedures.
Services
Preventative Care
Diagnostic Testing
Surgical Services
Dental Procedures
Exotic Pet Care
Telemedicine
Vaccinations
Senior Pet Care
Parasite Control
Urgent Care
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in veterinary care
- Our team provides 24/7 telemedicine consultations through VetTriage
- Dedicated specialists in exotic pet care for reptiles and small mammals
- We implement a two-stage dental procedure for comprehensive oral care
- Award-winning practice recognized as Grundy County's Best Veterinarian
What people say
Outstanding veterinary care
Compassionate team
Dedicated staff
Excellent service
Best veterinarian
Services
Preventative Care
Annual wellness exams monitor age-related health changes through nose-to-tail physical assessments. Schedule semi-annual visits for senior pets to manage chronic conditions while implementing parasite prevention and customized vaccination protocols for all life stages.
Exotic Pet Care
Specialized care for reptiles, small mammals, and amphibians includes husbandry consultations, diagnostic testing, and surgical procedures. Our veterinarians treat ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles, snakes, and other exotic species with species-specific medical approaches.
Surgical Services
Routine soft tissue surgeries including spays, neuters, and lump removals performed with continuous anesthesia monitoring. Pre-surgical bloodwork determines individualized protocols while experienced technicians provide post-operative care for optimal recovery outcomes.
Dental Procedures
Comprehensive dental care prevents periodontal disease through annual cleanings under general anesthesia. Advanced diagnostics identify subgingival pathologies while dental radiography guides complex extractions and oral surgery requirements.
Diagnostic Testing
In-house laboratory analysis combined with digital imaging technologies enables accurate diagnosis. Services include complete blood counts, urinalysis, digital x-rays, ultrasounds, and electrocardiography to develop targeted treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions.
People
Dr. Michael W. Miller
Medical Director
Veterinary medicine doctor at Lakewood Animal Hospital with special interest in reptiles. Founded wildlife rescue program for local turtles. Active in veterinary education through online blogs and student mentorship programs.
Dr. Stephen P. Carter
Veterinarian
Veterinarian with over 25 years in small-town practice. Focus on exotic pet care and community medicine. Participates in continuing education while maintaining active involvement in local veterinary associations.
Questions
What species do you treat at Lakewood Animal Hospital?
We treat dogs, cats, pocket pets, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals in our full-service veterinary practice.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Yes, we partner with VetTriage for 24/7 telehealth consultations to assess urgent pet health concerns.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, checks, major credit cards, CareCredit financing, and Scratchpay payment plans for veterinary services.
How often should pets receive wellness exams?
Annual exams are recommended for adult pets, with semi-annual visits advised for senior animals to monitor age-related changes.
Do you provide dental care for pets?
Yes, we offer complete dental services including cleanings, radiography, and oral surgery under general anesthesia.
