Rock Island Animal Hospital
Rock Island, Illinois
General Info
Rock Island Animal Hospital delivers veterinary services by first observing pet movement patterns and responses to human interaction as well as their daily routines in Illinois homes. During an initial visit clinic professionals examine key behavioral patterns including rest time food drive toy interest social responsiveness and body language. The examination process involves assessing joint mobility, fur condition, ear responsiveness, muscular tightness, hydration levels, gum health, and ocular clarity. This comprehensive viewpoint transforms early indicators like physical contact withdrawal and stair-climbing hesitation into actionable insights for long-term planning. Rock Island Animal Hospital presents intricate wellness scheduling alongside preventive screenings and bloodwork while offering dental reviews and orthopedic care combined with behavior-informed treatment paths. Recommendations change based on lifestyle context such as apartment vs. yard space solo pets vs. multi-pet homes or travel-heavy schedules. Instead of implementing a predetermined schedule the team modifies care rhythm according to the pet’s temperament attention span and home pacing. Throughout extended periods the clinic develops detailed profiles of each pet's behavioral patterns and baseline health metrics which enables the refinement of recommendations based on family preferences. A multitude of factors including energy fluctuations, sound sensitivity, and appetite variations collectively inform caregiving practices that achieve both operational efficiency and emotional sensitivity. Rock Island Animal Hospital assists Rock Island families along with neighboring Illinois communities in establishing veterinary practices that honor their lifestyles and pet psychologies to ensure each visit becomes a more centered and tranquil experience.
Reviews
kyle armstrong
4 Jul 2018
REPORT
Awesome place, great staff, good prices!! Highly recommend
Laura Rodriguez
21 Jun 2018
REPORT
Had an emergency for my dog was able to just walk in no wait. Everyone friendly place clean. Prices very reasonable. They even took the time to put the little portion my dog was required in a pill an...
Had an emergency for my dog was able to just walk in no wait. Everyone friendly place clean. Prices very reasonable. They even took the time to put the little portion my dog was required in a pill and place them into little capsules by hand.
Debb Webster
5 Jun 2018
REPORT
Great staff! Message service which the Vet will get back to you. Average cost for services. Best Dental cost out there. Takes Care Credit cards.
I've been using the clinic for over 40 yrs. They now ha...
Great staff! Message service which the Vet will get back to you. Average cost for services. Best Dental cost out there. Takes Care Credit cards.
I've been using the clinic for over 40 yrs. They now have new building!
Ivy Norman
3 Jun 2018
REPORT
I got one of my cats here, and the prices are good and the animals seem fine but, my cat has feline herpes (it can only be spread cat to cat) they said that he was there for two years and never notice...
I got one of my cats here, and the prices are good and the animals seem fine but, my cat has feline herpes (it can only be spread cat to cat) they said that he was there for two years and never noticed or took him away from the other cats. The also do not test for feline aid, mixing them in with the other cat potentially infecting them all.
Barbara Daniels Dena
30 Apr 2018
REPORT
I had a sick dog and was able to walk right in for an appointment. My normal vet is out of the area. Extremely welcoming staff and reasonable prices
Carrie Cramptom
6 Apr 2018
REPORT
Dr Narske is caring and kind. No appointment needed. Fast service.
Alexandria Engman-VanMeter
17 Mar 2018
REPORT
Always wonderful, helpful and, articulate staff. You can count on them to be compassionate and considerate to the need of you and your pet. I've never been disappointed by them and their pricing is re...
Always wonderful, helpful and, articulate staff. You can count on them to be compassionate and considerate to the need of you and your pet. I've never been disappointed by them and their pricing is reflective of their quality of care.
Melody Young
1 Mar 2018
REPORT
I would never take my pets anywhere else. I trust them completely.
Jama Fahrenkrog
22 Feb 2018
REPORT
I visited this place after the unexpected passing of my dog. It was almost closing time on a Wednesday, but the staff was incredibly compassionate and understanding. They treated my dog with respect a...
I visited this place after the unexpected passing of my dog. It was almost closing time on a Wednesday, but the staff was incredibly compassionate and understanding. They treated my dog with respect and were extremely caring. They created a paw print impression for me to take home and were so kind.
David Wheeler
25 Jan 2018
REPORT
Took our dog the other day for euthanasia and the staff was very compassionate and understanding. The actual process lasted less than 2 minutes, was in a private room and they allowed us all the time ...
Took our dog the other day for euthanasia and the staff was very compassionate and understanding. The actual process lasted less than 2 minutes, was in a private room and they allowed us all the time we needed to say our goodbyes. They also gave us a plaster paw print free of charge.
Haley B.
21 Dec 2016
REPORT
I took my dog to Rock Island Animal Hospital because she'd not been herself for nearly a week. I'd looked up her symptoms on WebMD Pets and, convinced she was dying, apprehensively drove her down the ...
I took my dog to Rock Island Animal Hospital because she'd not been herself for nearly a week. I'd looked up her symptoms on WebMD Pets and, convinced she was dying, apprehensively drove her down the hill.They were pretty good. Most, if not all, appointments at Rock Island Animal Hospital are walk-in, which was nice for us since we're from out of town and don't have a regular veterinarian here. We waited about 30 minutes to be seen. The vet tech employed tone-of-voice and body language to guilt trip me for not bringing my dog in sooner. The veterinarian talked to me a lot, though she didn't work very hard to set my dog at ease in the way her regular vet does. After a quick physical exam, the vet made a diagnosis and suggested tests. 20 minutes later, we were on our way. Rock Island Animal Hospital was useful in the same way that Urgent Care is useful when you need a couple of stitches or something else comes up unexpectedly. After some reflection, however, I feel like the services rendered were somewhat impersonal and would not return for regular care.
Lisa Klein
15 Dec 2016
REPORT
They've always been amazing with my dogs. I love the idea of no appointment necessary, and the staff are very knowledgeable. The prices are great as well.
Fester Claus
28 Nov 2016
REPORT
"No appointment necessary", those were magical words when I needed an urgent vet visit for my newly rescued dog. I never considered crossing the river before, but I'm so glad I did. I found an effic...
"No appointment necessary", those were magical words when I needed an urgent vet visit for my newly rescued dog. I never considered crossing the river before, but I'm so glad I did. I found an efficient office and caring staff to take care of her. Fast forward to 6 years later and they are still providing great care for my pets. My aging cat had a seizure and I rushed him in thinking that he was on death's door. They were calm and immediately took him to the back for treatment. They explained that sometimes seizures happen for no reason and it's not necessarily a life threatening situation. They observed him for awhile and sent us home. As I was going out to the car to get my wallet to pay for the office visit, they told me there wouldn't be a charge since they didn't do any treatments. WOW.....I"m still impressed with their services even after my original vet retired, and I'm even more impressed with the current staff and their new facility.
Dylan Parker
19 Oct 2016
REPORT
Kind and helpful staff. Relatively affordable. Our cat had a UTI but they couldn't get a urine sample from her. Offered to house her overnight so we didn't need to make several trips. It was really co...
Kind and helpful staff. Relatively affordable. Our cat had a UTI but they couldn't get a urine sample from her. Offered to house her overnight so we didn't need to make several trips. It was really convenient and helpful for our schedule. The cat's all better now and we love this vet office!
Sara S.
9 Oct 2016
REPORT
Love this place. Super close to where I bought a house, the staff is knowledgeable and very friendly. They go the extra mile to make sure you know everything you need to about your pet. Excellent serv...
Love this place. Super close to where I bought a house, the staff is knowledgeable and very friendly. They go the extra mile to make sure you know everything you need to about your pet. Excellent service.
Marta Nelson
15 Aug 2016
REPORT
Fast, friendly, freaky good veterinarian care for my feline(s). I bought the kitten package on my first EVER visit here (I live in Bettendorf), and it is such a money saver. It also ensures that your...
Fast, friendly, freaky good veterinarian care for my feline(s). I bought the kitten package on my first EVER visit here (I live in Bettendorf), and it is such a money saver. It also ensures that your kitten receives all the vaccines and preventative treatments that they need. I have rescued another kitten from the same feral litter and will be bringing her in to the Rock Island Animal Hospital for the same wonderful care. This is going to be my "go to" veterinarian in the future. I wish I would have ventured over the bridge sooner.
Randy Rosenberg
21 Jun 2016
REPORT
Fantastic group of kind and compassionate professionals. I have two Great Danes and three Maine Coon cats that receive great care. The entire staff greats all of them like they are their long lost f...
Fantastic group of kind and compassionate professionals. I have two Great Danes and three Maine Coon cats that receive great care. The entire staff greats all of them like they are their long lost family members and treat them like they are their family members. Lots of love - nothing is "mechanical", always smiling and talking to my four legged family members like they are people. So love this office!!!! The Great Danes are so excited when we get to the parking lot they rush the door once out of the vehicle, almost can't hold them back - LOL!!!! Love the new facility!!!!!!
CameronClan
7 Mar 2008
REPORT
I've been taking my pets here for years, and it's easy to get them treated for whatever ails them, and their price on Frontline Plus isn't bad. I've even been able to get medication for my cat's tapew...
I've been taking my pets here for years, and it's easy to get them treated for whatever ails them, and their price on Frontline Plus isn't bad. I've even been able to get medication for my cat's tapeworm w/o bringing my poor kitty down to the clinic. This clinic has been around for years, with a great reputation! It doesn't cost you a fortune to have your pet looked at, and you DON'T need an appointment, which is GREAT in my book! The best time to go is right at 1:30 when they come back from lunch, and I guarantee you'll be in and out quickly!
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Rock Island Animal Hospital
Rock Island, Illinois
General Info
Rock Island Animal Hospital delivers veterinary services by first observing pet movement patterns and responses to human interaction as well as their daily routines in Illinois homes. During an initial visit clinic professionals examine key behavioral patterns including rest time food drive toy interest social responsiveness and body language. The examination process involves assessing joint mobility, fur condition, ear responsiveness, muscular tightness, hydration levels, gum health, and ocular clarity. This comprehensive viewpoint transforms early indicators like physical contact withdrawal and stair-climbing hesitation into actionable insights for long-term planning. Rock Island Animal Hospital presents intricate wellness scheduling alongside preventive screenings and bloodwork while offering dental reviews and orthopedic care combined with behavior-informed treatment paths. Recommendations change based on lifestyle context such as apartment vs. yard space solo pets vs. multi-pet homes or travel-heavy schedules. Instead of implementing a predetermined schedule the team modifies care rhythm according to the pet’s temperament attention span and home pacing. Throughout extended periods the clinic develops detailed profiles of each pet's behavioral patterns and baseline health metrics which enables the refinement of recommendations based on family preferences. A multitude of factors including energy fluctuations, sound sensitivity, and appetite variations collectively inform caregiving practices that achieve both operational efficiency and emotional sensitivity. Rock Island Animal Hospital assists Rock Island families along with neighboring Illinois communities in establishing veterinary practices that honor their lifestyles and pet psychologies to ensure each visit becomes a more centered and tranquil experience.
Business Hours
Monday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Popular Hours
6a
12p
6p
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Reviews
kyle armstrong
4 Jul 2018
Awesome place, great staff, good prices!! Highly recommend
Laura Rodriguez
21 Jun 2018
Had an emergency for my dog was able to just walk in no wait. Everyone friendly place clean. Prices very reasonable. They even took the time to put the little portion my dog was required in a pill an...
Had an emergency for my dog was able to just walk in no wait. Everyone friendly place clean. Prices very reasonable. They even took the time to put the little portion my dog was required in a pill and place them into little capsules by hand.
Debb Webster
5 Jun 2018
Great staff! Message service which the Vet will get back to you. Average cost for services. Best Dental cost out there. Takes Care Credit cards.
I've been using the clinic for over 40 yrs. They now ha...
Great staff! Message service which the Vet will get back to you. Average cost for services. Best Dental cost out there. Takes Care Credit cards.
I've been using the clinic for over 40 yrs. They now have new building!
Ivy Norman
3 Jun 2018
I got one of my cats here, and the prices are good and the animals seem fine but, my cat has feline herpes (it can only be spread cat to cat) they said that he was there for two years and never notice...
I got one of my cats here, and the prices are good and the animals seem fine but, my cat has feline herpes (it can only be spread cat to cat) they said that he was there for two years and never noticed or took him away from the other cats. The also do not test for feline aid, mixing them in with the other cat potentially infecting them all.
Barbara Daniels Dena
30 Apr 2018
I had a sick dog and was able to walk right in for an appointment. My normal vet is out of the area. Extremely welcoming staff and reasonable prices
Carrie Cramptom
6 Apr 2018
Dr Narske is caring and kind. No appointment needed. Fast service.
Alexandria Engman-VanMeter
17 Mar 2018
Always wonderful, helpful and, articulate staff. You can count on them to be compassionate and considerate to the need of you and your pet. I've never been disappointed by them and their pricing is re...
Always wonderful, helpful and, articulate staff. You can count on them to be compassionate and considerate to the need of you and your pet. I've never been disappointed by them and their pricing is reflective of their quality of care.
Melody Young
1 Mar 2018
I would never take my pets anywhere else. I trust them completely.
Jama Fahrenkrog
22 Feb 2018
I visited this place after the unexpected passing of my dog. It was almost closing time on a Wednesday, but the staff was incredibly compassionate and understanding. They treated my dog with respect a...
I visited this place after the unexpected passing of my dog. It was almost closing time on a Wednesday, but the staff was incredibly compassionate and understanding. They treated my dog with respect and were extremely caring. They created a paw print impression for me to take home and were so kind.
David Wheeler
25 Jan 2018
Took our dog the other day for euthanasia and the staff was very compassionate and understanding. The actual process lasted less than 2 minutes, was in a private room and they allowed us all the time ...
Took our dog the other day for euthanasia and the staff was very compassionate and understanding. The actual process lasted less than 2 minutes, was in a private room and they allowed us all the time we needed to say our goodbyes. They also gave us a plaster paw print free of charge.
Haley B.
21 Dec 2016
I took my dog to Rock Island Animal Hospital because she'd not been herself for nearly a week. I'd looked up her symptoms on WebMD Pets and, convinced she was dying, apprehensively drove her down the ...
I took my dog to Rock Island Animal Hospital because she'd not been herself for nearly a week. I'd looked up her symptoms on WebMD Pets and, convinced she was dying, apprehensively drove her down the hill.They were pretty good. Most, if not all, appointments at Rock Island Animal Hospital are walk-in, which was nice for us since we're from out of town and don't have a regular veterinarian here. We waited about 30 minutes to be seen. The vet tech employed tone-of-voice and body language to guilt trip me for not bringing my dog in sooner. The veterinarian talked to me a lot, though she didn't work very hard to set my dog at ease in the way her regular vet does. After a quick physical exam, the vet made a diagnosis and suggested tests. 20 minutes later, we were on our way. Rock Island Animal Hospital was useful in the same way that Urgent Care is useful when you need a couple of stitches or something else comes up unexpectedly. After some reflection, however, I feel like the services rendered were somewhat impersonal and would not return for regular care.
Lisa Klein
15 Dec 2016
They've always been amazing with my dogs. I love the idea of no appointment necessary, and the staff are very knowledgeable. The prices are great as well.
Fester Claus
28 Nov 2016
"No appointment necessary", those were magical words when I needed an urgent vet visit for my newly rescued dog. I never considered crossing the river before, but I'm so glad I did. I found an effic...
"No appointment necessary", those were magical words when I needed an urgent vet visit for my newly rescued dog. I never considered crossing the river before, but I'm so glad I did. I found an efficient office and caring staff to take care of her. Fast forward to 6 years later and they are still providing great care for my pets. My aging cat had a seizure and I rushed him in thinking that he was on death's door. They were calm and immediately took him to the back for treatment. They explained that sometimes seizures happen for no reason and it's not necessarily a life threatening situation. They observed him for awhile and sent us home. As I was going out to the car to get my wallet to pay for the office visit, they told me there wouldn't be a charge since they didn't do any treatments. WOW.....I"m still impressed with their services even after my original vet retired, and I'm even more impressed with the current staff and their new facility.
Dylan Parker
19 Oct 2016
Kind and helpful staff. Relatively affordable. Our cat had a UTI but they couldn't get a urine sample from her. Offered to house her overnight so we didn't need to make several trips. It was really co...
Kind and helpful staff. Relatively affordable. Our cat had a UTI but they couldn't get a urine sample from her. Offered to house her overnight so we didn't need to make several trips. It was really convenient and helpful for our schedule. The cat's all better now and we love this vet office!
Sara S.
9 Oct 2016
Love this place. Super close to where I bought a house, the staff is knowledgeable and very friendly. They go the extra mile to make sure you know everything you need to about your pet. Excellent serv...
Love this place. Super close to where I bought a house, the staff is knowledgeable and very friendly. They go the extra mile to make sure you know everything you need to about your pet. Excellent service.
Marta Nelson
15 Aug 2016
Fast, friendly, freaky good veterinarian care for my feline(s). I bought the kitten package on my first EVER visit here (I live in Bettendorf), and it is such a money saver. It also ensures that your...
Fast, friendly, freaky good veterinarian care for my feline(s). I bought the kitten package on my first EVER visit here (I live in Bettendorf), and it is such a money saver. It also ensures that your kitten receives all the vaccines and preventative treatments that they need. I have rescued another kitten from the same feral litter and will be bringing her in to the Rock Island Animal Hospital for the same wonderful care. This is going to be my "go to" veterinarian in the future. I wish I would have ventured over the bridge sooner.
Randy Rosenberg
21 Jun 2016
Fantastic group of kind and compassionate professionals. I have two Great Danes and three Maine Coon cats that receive great care. The entire staff greats all of them like they are their long lost f...
Fantastic group of kind and compassionate professionals. I have two Great Danes and three Maine Coon cats that receive great care. The entire staff greats all of them like they are their long lost family members and treat them like they are their family members. Lots of love - nothing is "mechanical", always smiling and talking to my four legged family members like they are people. So love this office!!!! The Great Danes are so excited when we get to the parking lot they rush the door once out of the vehicle, almost can't hold them back - LOL!!!! Love the new facility!!!!!!
CameronClan
7 Mar 2008
I've been taking my pets here for years, and it's easy to get them treated for whatever ails them, and their price on Frontline Plus isn't bad. I've even been able to get medication for my cat's tapew...
I've been taking my pets here for years, and it's easy to get them treated for whatever ails them, and their price on Frontline Plus isn't bad. I've even been able to get medication for my cat's tapeworm w/o bringing my poor kitty down to the clinic. This clinic has been around for years, with a great reputation! It doesn't cost you a fortune to have your pet looked at, and you DON'T need an appointment, which is GREAT in my book! The best time to go is right at 1:30 when they come back from lunch, and I guarantee you'll be in and out quickly!
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