Waterloo Animal Hospital

Waterloo, IL

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
Mixed
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Equine Food Animal

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Hospitalization End Of Life House Call

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

A full-service hospital on West Park with an in-house laboratory, digital X-ray and a surgical suite — plus farm calls for horses, cattle, pigs, sheep and goats when the trailer isn't an option. A mixed practice, in Monroe County, owned by the veterinarians who treat your animals. Full-service medical and surgical care for companion animals and livestock, in Waterloo, Illinois. Companion animals: Wellness exams and vaccination, dentistry under anesthesia, and routine and advanced surgery. Our in-house laboratory usually has results and a treatment plan the same day as the visit. Large animal & livestock: Preventative care and farm calls for sick or injured animals — horses, cattle, pigs, sheep and goats — handled at your farm or at our facility, whichever is safer for the animal. Three fully equipped mobile veterinary units go out to the farm, with mobile X-ray and ultrasound aboard

1988 — Liz joins the Waterloo Animal Clinic as Dr. Richard Shilliday retires, and marries Dwight the same year. 1990 — Liz and Dwight buy the clinic and rename it the Waterloo Animal Hospital. 1997 — Colleen joins as a veterinary technician. She is still here. 2000 — Sandy joins the technician team. 2015 — Sara joins, having grown up in Waterloo

Mission — Our staff is dedicated to providing the best veterinary medical care to our patients, and the best counsel and service to their owners. Our 128+ combined years of veterinary practice experience help us accomplish this goal. A mixed practice, in Monroe County, owned by the veterinarians who treat your animals

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Support staff
6
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

In-house laboratory for blood profiles, urine and fecal screeningDigital radiology (X-rays)Ultrasound for abdominal organs, the heart and pregnancy checksSurgical suite with modern gas anesthesiaUltrasonic dental scaling equipment and fluoride treatmentThree fully equipped mobile veterinary units carrying X-ray and ultrasoundFull-service veterinary reference laboratory in Collinsville that returns complete results within hoursAbility to e-mail board-certified radiologists for consultation or second opinion

Services in detail

Wellness examsVaccinationDentistry under anesthesiaRoutine and advanced surgeryLabs & RadiologyLarge AnimalFarm CallsSpays and neutersDental proceduresMass removalsC-sectionSoft tissue exploratory surgeryCystotomyIn-house laboratoryDigital X-rayUltrasoundPreventative care

Appointments & hours

Monday – Friday 8:00a – 6:00p; Saturday 8:00a – 12:00p; Sunday Closed. Small animal appointments are typically scheduled 10:00a – 12:00p and 2:00p – 5:30p, Monday through Friday

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Frequently asked

Does Waterloo Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Waterloo Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does Waterloo Animal Hospital offer?+

Waterloo Animal Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Hospitalization, and more.

When was Waterloo Animal Hospital established?+

Waterloo Animal Hospital has served the Waterloo, IL community since 1990.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 420 reviews

Waterloo Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary practice providing compassionate, affordable, and high-quality care for dogs, cats, and livestock. The facility is widely regarded for its knowledgeable veterinarians and gentle staff who handle anxious pets with exceptional patience. Services range from routine wellness exams and surgeries to livestock care and end-of-life support. While wait times and occasional communication challenges can occur during busy periods, the practice remains a trusted long-term choice for local pet owners.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.