We provide the best in veterinary care for dogs, cats, birds and small mammals.
Your pet deserves the best care available! We have been accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association(AAHA) since 1953. Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center is a full-service veterinary hospital located in Niles, Illinois. We have been providing quality pet care since our founding in 1949 by Dr. T. J. Lafeber and that tradition has continued under the direction of Dr. Peter S. Sakas.
We provide veterinary care for dogs, cats, small mammals and pet birds. Our pet bird practice is nationally recognized. In addition, we work closely with animal rescue organizations and wildlife rehabilitators. The professional and courteous staff at Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center seeks to provide the best possible preventive health care, senior care, diagnostic services, medical treatment, surgical and dental care for our highly-valued patients. Dr. Don Staunton, a 1994 University of Illinois graduate (who grew up in the Niles area), is a very skilled surgeon who has increased our capacity to perform more advanced surgical procedures, including "Veterinary Stem Cell Regenerative Therapy". In addition to seeing dogs and cats, he provides care for small mammals as well.
Niles Animal Hospital was recognized by Town and Country Magazine in July 1997 as being excellent in an article rating veterinary hospitals. Niles was also the featured practice in Trends Magazine (published by AAHA) in 1991. Dr. Sakas was named as one of the best avian veterinarians in Chicagoland in an article rating veterinarians in Chicago Magazine. In addition, Dr Sakas was honored as one of the nation’s best veterinarians in 2007 by the Consumer’s Research Council of America. Another distinction, Niles Animal Hospital was named one of the “Best Vets for Your Pets” in the Summer/Fall issue of Chicago Consumer’s Checkbook. In 2011, Niles Animal Hospital was awarded the CMUS (Celebration Media U.S.) Talk of the Town Award for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction. We were also recognized in 2011 by Angie’s List for excellence in customer satisfaction.
Niles has been featured in various public service announcements and educational videos. In fact, a former Miss America, Dr. Debbye Turner (a veterinarian) filmed a promotional video for the American Veterinary Medical Association at Niles Animal Hospital in December 1991. A case from the hospital, featuring Dr. Kostuch, was on an episode of the television show, “My Dog Ate What?” Recently, Niles Animal Hospital, Dr. Sakas, Dr. Staunton, some of our clients and their pets were featured in some instructional videos about pet care produced by the American Veterinary Medical Association. There are other awards and distinctions Niles Animal Hospital has achieved through the years.
Our goal is to provide superior service so that each visit is beneficial and enjoyable for our clients and their pets. We pride ourselves on our client education so we endeavor to make each visit instructional as well. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership and strengthening the human-animal bond, so that you can have a life-long, loving relationship with your pets.
We appreciate your continued trust and faith in us through the years as Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center continues to offer excellence in veterinary care to the Chicagoland area and surrounding states.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Niles Animal Hospital was established by Dr. TJ Lafeber in 1949. Dr. Peter S. Sakas was hired as a veterinary student extern in 1980, as a veterinarian upon graduation from veterinary school in 1983 and bought the practice in 1985, continuing as the owner to the present day.
What is your primary product or service?
Veterinary care for dogs, cats, birds and small mammals. Our pet bird practice is nationally recognized.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I have enjoyed animals my entire life and always wanted to be a veterinarian. I also enjoy working with and helping people so this career was the marriage of two of my great passions in life.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We have been accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association since 1953 which is an indication of high quality veterinary practices. We have an in house laboratory so we are able to conduct diagnostic testing on site.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One....one is enough.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located in Niles, bordering on Chicago, on Avenue, one block north of Touhy Ave. on the west side of the street. We are midway between the Edens Expressway and the TriState Tollway.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, Checks
Which areas do you service?
The Chicagoland area, Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin and Northwestern Indiana.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
I do....Peter S. Sakas DVM
What are your hours of operation?
M 8-6, T 8-6, W 8-5, Th 8-6, F 8-6, Sat 8-2, Sun Closed
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That they see that I love what I do.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
If you have no confidence in yourself, you make it unanimous.
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