Dr. Adam Abou-Youssef saw our puppy this morning, and we were 100% impressed. The doctors and the staff were all wonderful, saw us right away for a semi-emergency, and the entire experience was as wonderful as a scary vet visit can possibly be. Very fair prices as well. My husband and I own Grizzly & Wolf K9s, and we will be referring ANY and ALL of our clients to this doctor any time we are asked. And, of course, we will be bringing both of our puppies here whenever needed. Love, Lunchbox and Gus Fring Read Less

The staff is very warm and caring including the doctors! Also, you don't need an appointment. Just drop by and your pet will be taken care of. It works for me and my unpredictable work schedule. Thank you for a wonderful service! Read Less

Dr. Youssef, Sr. was our primary vet for 30+ years, and he cared for our several companion pets.  When his son, Dr. Adam Youssef, took over the practice, he stepped right up and into his Dad's footprints.  The doctor and staff have always been exceptionally compassionate professionals whom we respect; they never hesitate to offer their suggestions if we are having difficulty with one of our companions.  Our area has several well known Veterinarians, and we have always chosen ERAH for our pets because we trust them. Read Less

My family (brother, mom, and I) have all went to Essington Rd. with our animals for year, Dr. Youseef Sr. was amazing!  Always listened to concerns, explained options, and suggested treatments--my dog Samson has had numerous allergic reactions over his almost10 years of life.  Mostly prevalent in August, but also would occur if I changed his food, laundry detergent, and happened directly after receiving vaccinations.  As he got older, the reactions got worse--eventually he would completely lick his paws raw.  Dr. Youseef Sr. (and the emergency care center staff in Plainfield where I went when I could not get to Dr. Y due to their hours) and I tried a variety of things--from washes, to booties, to shots, to skin samples, to medications...the list goes on.  Finally after 8 years of shots, we discussed holding off on those until the winter months and possibly giving them at separate times to see if his body still would react.My dog ended up involved in an incident where they requested his shot records and since he was not up to date on shots, Will County Animal Control wanted him to be quarantined at a vet's office for 10 days.  My 10 year old dog shelter dog--who had never been in a cage--who also had never been boarded or anything of that nature due to temperament, and luckily my family who always helped watch him while we are gone.  He basically bites through his leash during the 1 hour visit to the vet due to his anxiety.  I went to see Dr. Youseef (the son who took over) who basically told me there was nothing he could--in a very condescending way.  He did not agree the shots had any affect on Samson's condition--He did not think it would be a problem to leave him there in a cage for 10 days---he did nothing to help me.  I asked if we could try and see how Samson would react to being put in a kennel in the back area of his office before I left him there...His response, "He'll be fine, bring him in, but he'll need to stay". He'll be fine huh?  The dog that I tried to have groomed twice when he was younger, but got a phone call within 30 minutes to come and pick him up because he was thrashing in the cage and destroying things?  He also mentioned losing his license if he suggested alternative measures of complying.  I'm not a doctor, but am a very educated person and this made no sense. I went to get a second opinion from another vet in the area --- After seeing his records from both offices (28 visits in total allergy related issues) he agreed the shots could bother him...after seeing my dog bite through his leash in the 10 minutes we sat in his office, he immediately agreed boarding my dog and him possibly hurting himself was not an option.  Also was not a situation he was willing to put himself in, because if something did happen he would be liable.  Maybe Dr. Youseef was more concerned about the money he would receive from boarding my dog?  We were able to work out a plan that did not require my dog to be quarantined and Samson is now in the process of hopefully being excused from receiving another vaccination.  Why wasn't Dr. Youseef willing to do this for someone who was a patient at his office for almost 10 years, yet a BRAND new vet was willing to help me!!!  If you are looking for a new vet, I would honestly consider finding someone else as my family has done. Read Less

You will not find a better place to take your animal!!! Not only are the staff amazing but the doctors are just as fantastic. My dog had surgery 11 days ago and I truly believe he would not be recovering and healing as great as he is if I had gone anywhere else. We have been coming here for well over 20 years and continue for 20 more!!! Read Less

I've been bringing my dogs to this clinic for the last 8 years now and there's not one complaint I have. They don't charge an arm and a leg for simple visits like most places around and they also care very much about you're pet and treat them as if they were there own. I'd recommend essington Rd animal hospital to anyone that's looking for a good affordable vet to bring there pets to. Read Less

Thank You!! Your service is A+Excellent in my book Well treated and welcomed by ALL of the staff. Kelly does an outstanding job at her desk! The Dr's. and their staff are very informative and caring of your pets need and any concerns you may have. I most certainly appreciate your business. Read Less

Dr. Abou-Youseff was the absolute best veterinarian! He truly cared about each animal and it was clear that this was his passion. He was the smartest Vet, if Dr. Youseff couldn't fix your animal no one could. He diagnosed my animals without racking up bills for labs and X-rays, he was very old school but was always right about his diagnosis. When I moved he was on the list of people I would miss. His calm presence in my most frantic moments was always very comforting. Read Less

I really appreciate the staff at the hospital and the care my pets are given. At one point in time I had moved 90 minutes north but still stayed a client because I had found I didn't trust other clinics as I did this one. Doc's loss is a great one and will be felt but I've seen he's left the care of his beloved practice in good hands. Read Less

Essington road animal hospital is a great place to take your four footed family members. Today was my first emergency visit and the friendly family environment was much appreciated. I was a wreck and they helped keep me calm and took great care of my dog. She is doing much better. We now choose them for our vet. Thank you Read Less