Emergency Veterinary Care in Central Illinois
Emergency Services • Pekin, IL
About
Pekin Veterinary Clinic Ltd is a small, full-service veterinary hospital in Pekin, Illinois, offering medical and surgical care for pets (dogs, cats, birds, and exotics). They provide general veterinary services plus small animal rehabilitation, boarding, and grooming. The clinic emphasizes personalized care, owner education, and strong team involvement. Location: Pekin, IL, with three offices in the area. Contact: pvcstaff@pekinvet.net; phone (309) 346-1375. If you’re seeking emergency care specifically in Central Illinois, note that Pekin Veterinary Clinic is a local general practice rather than an emergent 24/7 emergency hospital; for true emergencies, consider nearby 24/7 veterinary ERs in the Central Illinois region.
Clinic Type
Emergency Services
Address
Pekin Veterinary Clinic, Pekin, IL
Phone
1 309-672-1565
privacy@petvetcarecenters.com
Opening Hours
daytime: Tue–Fri 08:00 am – 05:30 pm; Thursday 08:00 am – 05:30 pm; (specific daily times shown in highlighted excerpt) ; after-hours: Open evenings, weekends & holidays at Tri-County Animal Emergency Clinic
Emergency Care
Emergency veterinary care during regular clinic hours; after-hours care via Tri-County Animal Emergency Clinic; list of common emergencies and urgent symptoms
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What should I do in a pet emergency?
Bring them to a qualified vet right away.
What are the daytime emergency care hours?
08:00 am - 05:30 pm, Monday through Friday; Saturday and Sunday are Closed.
What is the after-hours emergency option?
Open evenings, weekends & holidays at Tri-County Animal Emergency Clinic. Call 1-309-672-1565.
What is the contact number for emergencies at Pekin Veterinary Clinic?
(309) 346-1375.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (Pekin Veterinary Clinic): 4.7 out of 5 stars (987 reviews)
- PetInsuranceReview (Pekin Animal Hospital): 4.6 out of 5 stars (251 reviews (Pekin Animal Hospital))
Patients praise
- Compassionate staff during difficult end-of-life decisions
- Thorough examinations and helpful explanations from veterinarians
- Convenience of urgent care availability during daytime hours
- Friendly and knowledgeable front-desk and support staff
Common complaints
- Concerns regarding costs and billing transparency
- Allegations of unprofessional communication by management
- Mixed reports regarding empathy during end-of-life care
- Reports of inconsistent service quality and potential misdiagnoses
"Everyone even the receptionist was very compassionate about our situation. They took us back and they had a bed for her to lay on and even treats for her to eat. They explained everything... The vet sat with us on the floor until we were ready."
— Review of Pekin Veterinary Clinic"Then I got the phone call from someone at the Pekin Vet Clinic upset that they didn't get a higher review from me... she demanded me to answer her about what went 'wrong' and then attacked me for not having a good review."
— Review of Pekin Veterinary Clinic"TLDR: This is an euthanasia facility where they do not have empathy or good will. They will audibly mock you while you are present."
— Review of Tri-County Animal Emergency ClinicSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Alan L Springer Obituary March 18, 2026 - Henderson Funeral Home & Crematory — Mar 19, 2026
- Veterinary Dialysis in Bannockburn, IL | Veterinary Specialty Center — Sep 10, 2025
- EVH Achieves VECCS Level III Certification — What This Means for Your Pet - Emergency Vet Hospital — Jan 22, 2026
- Lauren Urbanowski — Jun 25, 2026
- Abby Ostronic | Veterinary Specialty Center — Aug 15, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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