VCA Ark Animal Hospital

Our Story

VCA Ark Animal Hospital is a state-of-the-art veterinary facility located at the corner of Belmont and Kedzie in Chicago, Illinois. Our 4,100-square-foot hospital is thoughtfully designed to provide exceptional veterinary care in a welcoming environment for both pets and their guardians. We offer amenities such as a private visiting and waiting room to ensure comfort and privacy during your visit.

Our dedicated team is passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care for your dog or cat. We are committed to putting our expertise in veterinary medicine to work for you and your pet—every visit, every time.

Hometown Care at VCA Ark Animal Hospital

For over 20 years, VCA Ark Animal Hospital has proudly served the Avondale community. We are honored to partner with several local rescue organizations, including PAWS Chicago, Anti-Cruelty, and Chicago English Bulldog Rescue.

Accreditations & Affiliations
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Affiliations Partner AAHA
American Animal Hospital Association

The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) sets the standard for quality veterinary care for companion animals. As an accredited hospital, we voluntarily uphold the Association's high standards in 18 different areas and are routinely evaluated on over 900 different standards of veterinary care. Not all animal hospitals are accredited, and we are proud to be amongst only 12-15% of veterinary hospitals that hold this honor.

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Fear Free Certified Professional

As veterinary professionals, we know that the stress and anxiety associated with taking a pet to the veterinarian is a significant reason why pets don't always receive the medical attention they need. Fear Free℠ veterinary visits reduce feelings of stress, resulting in a better experience for all involved, including pets, owners, and veterinary health care teams. Having a Fear Free℠ Certified Professional can help alleviate your pet's fear, anxiety, and stress when visiting our hospital.

In Our Community

We harness the scale and strength of our global network while acknowledging each individual's contribution. We work locally to improve the lives of all who interact with our brand.


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    PAWS Chicago

    Free exams are offered to all patients adopted from PAWS Chicago within the first 14 days of adoption.

    Visit PAWS Chicago
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    Chicago English Bulldog Rescue

    English bulldog rescue.

    Visit Chicago English Bulldog Rescue
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    Marie's Pet Grooming

    Licensed pet groomer.

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    Anti-Cruelty

    Healthy Start Certificates with a free exam are offered to all patients adopted from Anti-Cruelty within the first 14 days of adoption.

    Visit The Anti-Cruelty Society
Helpful Resources

Lionbridge provides over-the-phone and video interpretation services for non-English-speaking and American Sign Language (ASL) clients. In real time, veterinary providers can enlist an expert Lionbridge interpreter to facilitate a clear exchange of information between themselves and clients. Lionbridge’s on-demand, remote interpretation services enable effective and accurate communication with clients. This service empowers clients to be heard and spoken to in their own language, which in turn facilitates a deeper understanding of the care your pet needs.  

Learn more about Lionbridge’s interpretation services: https://www.lionbridge.com/content-transformation-services/interpretation-services/.

Visit Lionbridge