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West Wrigley Animal Hospital We are a full-service hospital providing advanced care using the state-of-the-art equipment and technologies, while still providing the individual attention each animal and owner deserves. We are conveniently located on Ashland Avenue, between Addison and Belmont in Lakeview, with parking available. Please call or drop by to discuss any or all of your pets' needs or just stop by for a quick tour of our facility.
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Congratulations on becoming a puppy or kitten parent! It is best to make an appointment to do a thorough physical examination as well as a fecal exam to check for intestinal parasites within days of bringing them home. We will discuss nutrition and create a vaccine and preventative care plan together.
We use our microscope to assess skin and ear swab samples, looking for parasites and the nature of infections. We are equipped with an in-house chemistry and cell blood count machine. We use these machines to give us faster results on samples taken from ill animals and for doing pre-anesthesia panels on the day of procedures.
Our in-house pharmacy contains several heartworm and flea and tick preventative medications. We also carry nearly every medication we prescribe to our patients whether it is a supplement, medicated shampoo, or a treatment for infections, allergies, gastrointestinal or thyroid disease. Many medications that are not on hand can be ordered or prescribed elsewhere.
All of our surgery patients have pre-anesthetic bloodwork, pain medication and intravenous fluids before the anesthetic is given. We have a dedicated surgery suite that has a surgery table with a water flowing heating pad, gas anesthetic machine and vitals monitor.
Reviews (21)
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Anthony Amato
Jun 26, 2022
Great place to build a relationship with a great doctor and team. Recommend every time
Nanci Stearns
Jun 20, 2022
Everyone is amazing and friendly. The facility is exceptionally clean. Doesn't smell like a vet office lol. And there's coffee for my mommy in the lobby. Thanks West Wrigley Animal Hospital! ,
Fox Mulder
Jun 07, 2022
This place is in everyway awesome! The staff are awesome and easy to talk with. The doctor took time to show me how to cut my puppies long nails. I adopted Max 5 weeks ago and took her to 4 different vets and this is the place where I'll continue to go! And they have parking! Want to give another shout out to this fantastic vet they saved my dog. Didn't know what was going on with my dog and they diagnosed her with Addisons disease and give her the care she needed. Thank you again for taking care of her!
Denise Schwartz
Apr 18, 2022
Dr. Murphy and her team are amazing. They are smart, responsive and very kind. We have had only great experiences with the whole team.
Stephanie Miksche
Jan 18, 2022
Dr. Murphy and her team (Amanda and Cynthia) are a gift to pet parents! I brought my dog to see a couple of other vets and just wasn't comfortable that they were a good fit as they seemed to prioritize profits over good care. I decided to try West Wrigley Animal Hospital based on a recommendation from a friend and our experiences here have been fabulous! Dr. Murphy is thorough without recommending anything excessive, the prices/rates are more than fair, and it's obvious both she and her team love caring for animals! If you need a vet or are going to one that you aren't entirely satisfied with, I would highly recommend this team!
Laura G.
Jan 11, 2022
DON'T BOTHER CALLING! They haven't accepted any new clients for over a year now! I call to try and make an appt and am told they aren't accepting new clients but, they will take your number and say that the vet will call you back to discuss things. And you never get a call back. Not professional and they truly don't care about any animal that they aren't already extracting money from.
Harte Londo
Dec 12, 2021
Been going here for years. Great place that cares for your pet and is willing to sit down and answer your questions
Julia Antonson
Jun 03, 2021
Prior to West Wrigley Animal Hospital, I was taking my 3 y/o ACD to VCA. My rescue dog previously had some dental damage in her past life and needed 12 teeth removed. After being recommended to West Wrigley by a friend, I took my dog in for a dental estimate and found that West Wrigley was able to do the same procedure and quality of work for significantly less. Dr. Murphy also went above and beyond and followed up with a local dental expert for a second opinion.

All staff at West Wrigley are attentive and friendly - always remembering my dog and me when we are at the front door for check ups and kindly checking in on how she was after every procedure. I highly recommend West Wrigley to all my friends and am sad that I am moving. I hope to find a veterinary clinic just like West Wrigley at my new location :
Emi Morales
May 04, 2021
LOVE this clinic. I've been bringing my dog (mini poodle mix) here since moving to Chicago and Dr. Murphy has been great. She's always super clear about my dogs needs and treatment options for any issues.
Mcb Mcb
Apr 21, 2021
Very lucky I found Dr Murphy's practice. Not only is Dr Murphy brilliant, but everything was taken care of so quickly. They even have nail clipping services for my puppy. I would not trust anyone else.
Brianne Clark
Dec 18, 2020
I've been taking my pets to Dr. Murphy for 10 years now, and wouldn't go anywhere else in the city. She's great with even our most anxious dog, takes the time to answer all our questions, and has been amazing with our dogs from puppyhood to old age. The office even sent me a card after one of our dogs passed away from old age. And her staff has always been kind, gentle, and trustworthy with our pets. Doesn't matter what neighborhood we move to or the fact that we don't own a car - we make our way back to this vet every time.
Wes Steege
Nov 24, 2020
Dr. Murphy and staff have been amazing to my new pup. They've helped me understand the life of a puppy, what to watch out for and what to expect!
Tiffany Dreifke
Oct 18, 2020
Dr. Murphy and staff are friendly, responsive, and knowledgeable. I've been taking my mini dachshund there for about 18 months and always have a pleasant experience. The staff is prompt, capable, and communicative. They work great with my very nervous dog and always let us know exactly what they're doing and about how long a given appointment will take.

They even take the time to make a follow up call and check in and give you test results over the phone. Dr. Murphy always takes her time, explains her process and I never feel rushed. I look forward to visits with the entire staff and would highly recommend this practice to anyone. I know my dog is in great hands!
Heather MacGregor
Jul 04, 2020
We had a big scare with our mini dachshund, who ate some rat poisin outside of a nearby restaurant, but Dr. Murphy and the amazing team at West Wrigley saved the day! The team is always kind and helpful. We have been visiting the office for about a year now, and couldn't recommend them more!
Jack McDonald
Jun 04, 2020
They do a wonderful job with our cat Smokey, who can be a bit difficult at times. The staff there sung to her to calm her down! This place comes recommended by one of the top zoological vets in the country. Expect top-notch care and friendly service every visit!
Tiffany D.
May 26, 2020
Dr. Murphy and staff are friendly, responsive, and knowledgeable. I've been taking my mini dachshund there for about 18 months and always have a pleasant experience. The staff is prompt, capable, and communicative. They work great with my very nervous dog and always let us know exactly what they're doing and about how long a given appointment will take.

They even take the time to make a follow up call and check in and give you test results over the phone. Dr. Murphy always takes her time, explains her process and I never feel rushed. I look forward to visits with the entire staff and would highly recommend this practice to anyone. I know my dog is in great hands!
Musette Michael
Apr 07, 2020
I've been taking Fozzie to West Wrigley Animal Hospital for over 5 years. Drs. Murphy and Scott are the best diagnosticians and most caring animal doctors I've ever met. We were there on 7/22/2019 and they prescribed medication for allergies, clipped Fozzie's nails, and suggested products for his arthritis. No wait. Vet techs. are also awesome.caring and knowledgeable. So glad I found them.
Ann B.
Aug 26, 2019
I have been bringing my dog to Dr. Murphy since I adopted her 11 years ago. Dr. Murphy and her team are exceptional - kind, caring and compassionate. I completely trust that Dr. Murphy's recommendations are in my dog's best interest - she always discusses options and is endlessly patient with my (many) questions. We've seen Dr. Scott a few times over the years and found her to be outstanding as well. I have recommended West Wrigley to many friends and family and have heard rave reviews from all.
Kristen A.
Nov 16, 2018
I've been going to West Wrigley with my dog ever since I moved to Chicago about 5 years ago and I cannot say how much I LOVE them. Since my first visit, they listened to my concerns, took interest and care in my pet, and provided excellent service. I usually see Dr. Scott, but Dr. Murphy and all of the staff (Amanda, Cynthia, etc.) are also wonderful.

If it's an emergency or just a yearly check up, I feel secure in the care and knowledge of Dr. Scott. They are prompt to return a call, fit me in if it's something sudden, and provide clear and upfront information about costs. I feel like the prices are appropriate, and while healthcare for pets is never inexpensive, I think the value exceeds the price of the bill at West Wrigley.

I honestly cannot say enough good things about West Wrigley and would recommend them to anyone looking for a wonderful, professional vet with that small-town, 'they know you like family' feeling.
Emily L.
Jul 10, 2018
I am obsessed with West Wrigley! The entire staff is so sweet and you can tell they have genuine interest in my pets. Dr. Murphy is so sincere and honest about what I really need or what can wait. And while I've interacted with her a little less, Dr Scott is also kind, knowledgeable, honest, and just a pleasure to interact with! I've been taking my cat and dog here for five years, and despite the eventual "terror" my dog faces upon entering the exam room (it's of his own doing!) he still hops out of the car and races to the front door every time we go.

If that's not a true testament to the top level care they provide, then I don't know what is! I'm moving out of state this summer, and of all the care providers I have built relationships with during my time in Chicago, West Wrigley Animal Hospital is the one I am most upset about losing.
Meghan A.
Mar 08, 2018
I did some research prior to coming to West Wrigley with my dog and decided to give them a shot. It was my first experience with a vet in Chicago and I was looking for a clinic with friendly staff and reasonable prices. You can certainly find that here! My prior experiences with vets left me with one of two options: pay less, but also be dissatisfied with the overall quality of care OR pay an exorbitant amount for slightly better service.

West Wrigley made me feel welcome from the get-go. Every staff member I came into contact with was warm and friendly. My dog was treated like he was the best dog they had ever met and was shown plenty of affection. Dr. Murphy took her time explaining everything to me, discussing options for treatment, and really got to know my dog. At no point did I feel rushed, as I have at other clinics. The bill was extremely reasonable. I would recommend to anyone!