36 YEARS
of Exceptional Feline Medicine & Surgery
36 YEARS
of Exceptional Feline Medicine & Surgery
40 YEARS
of Exceptional Feline Medicine & Surgery

QUALITY CARE DEDICATED TO YOUR CAT

The Northern Illinois Cat Clinic in Libertyville, Illinois is Lake County’s first and foremost veterinary clinic dedicated to the health and well being of cats. Our Mission is to communicate compassion and respect to our clients in a home-like hospital setting by providing exceptional patient service based on the highest quality of care. Our staff has a deep, loving, and enduring dedication to the health and well being of each patient. Feline medicine and surgery have been our only mission since we were founded in 1982. Call our office for more information or to make an appointment (847) 680-1770.

Recent Blog Posts

By Bryan Schmidt 01 Feb, 2023
Most people are familiar with scruffing a kitten - grasping the skin and fur on the back of their shoulder blades. Kittens respond well to this, as it mimics how their mom would carry them. Do adult cats respond to scruffing the same as kittens? Although this may be a somewhat effective way to restrain them and/or move a cat, this can actually backfire on you for a number of reasons. First off, an adult cat is too big to be supported safely in this fashion. Secondly, this type of handling will likely cause the cat to try to fight back instead of calmly moving to where you need them. Lastly, holding them in a scruff can actually damage the relationship they have with you, or could have with you. If you need to move or handle a cat that is resisting you, it is best to use a less is more approach. For example, using a towel or heavy gloves will protect you and also allow your cat to move more freely and not feel as restrained. This also gives you a way to hold your cat more respectfully so that you do not break the trust you have with them.
By Bryan Schmidt 14 Jun, 2022
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What Makes Northern Illinois Cat Clinic Unique?

The Northern Illinois Cat Clinic in Libertyville, Illinois is the only veterinary facility in Lake County that limits its practice to cats. We are one of the only hospitals in the area to offer payment plans. We understand veterinary expenses are often unexpected. We will work with you. Money is secondary; caring for your cat is our first priority. Ask about our payment plans if you need this assistance.
Our 2,500 square foot facility is located in the Peterson Commons Shopping Center, one mile west of the intersection of Milwaukee Avenue and Route 137 (Buckley Road and/or Peterson Road) in Libertyville, Illinois.
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