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Providing compassionate, specialty care to pets in Orland Park and the greater Chicago area...
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Our hospital in Orland Park, Illinois provides 24/7/365 emergency care and specialty veterinary care. At the core of Premier - Orland Park is a team of highly skilled and dedicated individuals. Our services are led by board certified specialists, the highest level of accreditation in our profession, in the fields of cardiology and oncology. Our certified veterinary technicians are experienced, skilled and compassionate.

22/07/2025

🐾 What to Do If Dogs Start Fighting 🐾
Dog fights can be intense and scary—but knowing how to respond can help keep everyone safe. Here's a quick guide from Premier Orland Park on how to break up a dog fight safely:

🔸 Assess Quickly – Is it a minor scuffle or serious fight? Your response depends on this.
🔸 Stay Calm – Don’t yell; it can escalate the aggression.
🔸 Don’t Jump In – Never use your hands or body to separate fighting dogs—you could get seriously hurt.

💡 Try a Distraction or Barrier:

Use water (a hose or bucket)
Grab a large object (trash can lid, chair, plywood)
Create a loud, startling noise (air horn, banging pots)

⚠️ Last Resort: The “Wheelbarrow” Method
If you have another person:

Each of you grabs one dog’s back legs.
Lift and pull backward, separating them.
Turn them away immediately to prevent re-engaging.

✅ After Separation:

Move each dog to a secure area
Check for injuries—bites can be worse than they look
See your vet, even for minor wounds
Try to identify what caused the fight
Work on prevention strategies with a trainer or behaviorist

Your safety—and your dog’s—comes first. If a fight breaks out, stay smart, stay calm.

17/07/2025

💧 It’s Pet Hydration Awareness Month! 💧

Staying hydrated is just as important for our furry friends as it is for us. Dehydration can lead to serious health issues, especially during the warmer months.

🐾 Signs of dehydration in pets may include:
🔹 Dry gums
🔹 Lethargy
🔹 Sunken eyes
🔹 Loss of skin elasticity

Tips to help keep your pet hydrated:
✅ Always provide fresh, clean water
✅ Add water or low-sodium broth to their meals
✅ Try pet-safe water fountains for picky drinkers
✅ Offer ice cubes as a cool treat

15/07/2025

☀️ Summer Safety Series: Heat Stroke Awareness ☀️

Symptoms to Watch For in Dogs:
🐶 Excessive panting or difficulty breathing
🐶 Increased heart and respiratory rate
🐶 Drooling
🐶 Mild weakness, disorientation, or collapse

Heat stroke is a serious, life-threatening condition—and it can happen fast. Keep your dog cool and safe by:
✅ Providing fresh water and shade
✅ Avoiding walks or playtime during peak heat hours
🚫 NEVER leaving your pet in a parked car

Let’s keep our furry friends safe all summer long. Share to help spread awareness! 💛🐾

14/07/2025

🚨 Skunked?! Don’t Panic. 🚿🦨

If your pet had an unfortunate run-in with a skunk, resist the urge to reach for the tomato juice — there’s a better solution!

The right cleaning combo can make a big difference, and we’ve got the go-to skunk spray removal recipe in the graphic below.

⚠️ Remember:
• Avoid getting the solution in your pet’s eyes, ears, or mouth
• Don’t store the mixture — it’s meant to be used fresh
• Call your vet if your pet was sprayed directly in the face or is acting abnormally

Save this post for later... just in case your next walk gets a little too wild! 🐾💨

12/07/2025

The cat breed in this week's Pet Puzzler is the Scottish Fold! 🐱✨

Did you guess it right? Here are some fun facts about these sweet, round-faced felines:

🔹 Signature Ears: Their iconic folded ears are caused by a natural genetic mutation, giving them a unique and adorable look. 🌀👂
🔹 Owl-Like Appearance: With their big, round eyes and compact bodies, Scottish Folds are often said to resemble owls! 🦉
🔹 Laid-Back Companions: They’re known for their calm, affectionate personalities and often enjoy lounging in quirky positions—like the famous “sit up” pose. 🛋️
🔹 All Folds Start Straight: Kittens are actually born with straight ears—if they’re going to fold, it typically starts around 3 to 4 weeks of age!

Thanks for playing along! Stay tuned for more fun pet trivia in our next Pet Puzzlers post! 🐾

11/07/2025

Cat lovers, this one’s for you! 🐱

Check out the photo in the post and take your best shot at this week’s challenge: Guess the Breed of Cat!

Drop your guess in the comments below ⬇️ and keep an eye out for the answer and some fun feline facts in our next Pet Puzzlers post! 🐾✨

09/07/2025

Meet Dexter! 🐾 This sweet guy came to Premier Orland Park for vomiting, straining to defecate, and not eating. Our team performed x-rays to rule out a foreign body obstruction—thankfully, everything looked clear! With no blockage found, Dexter received supportive care to help him feel better. 💙

Swipe to see Dexter with our amazing assistant, Jessica, who helped care for him during his visit!

08/07/2025

☀️ Summer Safety Series - Hiking with Pets

Before you embark on a fun-filled day of hiking, be sure to keep the following tips in mind.

Don’t Forget:
💧 WATER
🐕 P**P BAGS
🍖 TREATS
⛰️ PET BOOTIES
💚 LEASH

1. Visit Your Veterinarian - Be sure your pet is up-to-date on all shots as well as flea and tick preventatives. Always confirm with your family veterinarian that your pet is healthy enough for hiking.

2. Research - Always make sure that the area you are hiking in allows pets. It is also important to take note of what type of animals and flowers are present near the trails you plan to explore. Many wild plants can be poisonous to pets and certain wildlife can pose a threat to our pets.

3. Microchipping and ID Tags - Has your pet’s microchip and ID tag been updated? Summer is a big season for lost pets for a variety of reasons, so it is important to have preventatives in place before you go hiking. Pets can get very excited with all the new sights and smells, and their curiosity may cause them to wander more than usual!

07/07/2025

🍫 It’s World Chocolate Day! 🍫

There’s one kind of chocolate we do approve of… the kind with a wagging tail and floppy ears. 🐶💛 Shoutout to all the sweet Chocolate Labs out there making our lives better (and definitely not toxic)!

But remember: while the pup in the photo is totally safe to snuggle, the edible kind of chocolate is dangerous for dogs. Even small amounts can cause vomiting, increased heart rate, or seizures—especially darker varieties.

So today, treat yourself—but stash those sweets out of paw’s reach. Your dog will be just as happy with a walk, a game of fetch, or a crunchy (canine-approved) snack. 🦴

04/07/2025

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🎆

As you celebrate with cookouts, fireworks, and fun, don’t forget to keep your pets safe and comfortable:
🐾 Keep them indoors during fireworks
🎇 Create a calm, quiet space if they’re anxious
🍔 Avoid sharing table food that might upset their stomach
🚫 Watch out for open flames, sparklers, and dropped skewers

Wishing you and your furry friends a safe and joyful Independence Day! 🐶🐱

01/07/2025

☀️ Summer Safety Series - Boating with Dogs 🚤 🐶

✅ Life Jackets: Just like us, pups need life jackets too! Ensure they have one that fits snugly and keep it on throughout the trip.
✅ Hydration Station: Bring plenty of fresh water for your pup to drink. An insulated, portable water bottle that comes with a bowl, for example, is easy to carry and keeps your dog’s water cold.
✅ Paw Protection: Hot surfaces like boat decks can burn sensitive paw pads. Consider paw wax or booties to protect their precious paws.
✅ Sun Protection: Dogs can get sunburned too! Apply pet-safe sunscreen to exposed areas, especially on lighter fur.
✅ Supervision: Always keep an eye on your furry friend. Even strong swimmers can get tired or disoriented in open water.

26/06/2025

📸🐾 Meet Buzz! This sweet boy came to Premier Orland Park feeling a bit under the weather and was being evaluated for a possible foreign body. Even though he wasn’t feeling his best, Buzz was as friendly and charming as ever!

Pictured here with our amazing Nursing Manager, Cheri, who made sure he got all the care and comfort he needed. 💙

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We moved to Orland Park in October 2018!

Premier Veterinary Group acquired EVCS in 2012. By summer 2013, we expanded to offer 24-hour emergency 365 days a year. Soon after, we added the specialties of advanced surgery and internal medicine by referral from your family veterinarian. In October 2018, we expanded yet again and moved the hospital to a 12,000 square foot facility in Orland Park. We are a thoughtful, dedicated group of individuals with a profound desire to share our gifts of healing and understanding with companion pets and their families. With the addition of our third practice in Crestwood, Illinois, we now care for pets and handle animal emergencies throughout the Chicagoland area, including the far North suburbs (Grayslake) and the City of Chicago at the corner of Belmont and Pulaski.