Amber Leaf Animal Hospital

11/04/2026

The temperature is starting to drop, and your pet feels it too.

A few things to keep in mind as it gets colder: short-haired and small dogs may want a sweater on walks, paws can get irritated by salt and ice melt, and antifreeze is extremely dangerous, so wipe up any garage spills right away.

If your pet seems stiff or slow in the cold, let us take a look. Call (630) 231-7640.

11/02/2026

🚨EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT🚨

Meet Nyna! She has been at Amber Leaf for a little over a year now as one of our veterinary receptionists. She has brought so much laughter (and singing) to the clinic since starting!

In her free time, she likes to paint, and is currently learning to crochet. She currently lives with 1 dog and 2 cats. Although at one point while growing up she had 9 cats!

When asked what she enjoys most about working here, she replied, "I mostly enjoy how kind and supporting my coworkers are. I truly feel like part of a team after starting here. I also (of course) love seeing all the puppies and kitties! :)"

Please join us in the comments in thanking Nyna for her hard work and dedication to our clinic! ❤️

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween!

We had so much fun yesterday during our Halloween boo bash! We got together with some Halloween-themed treats and exchanged boo baskets with one another.

You all loved our Halloween decorations this year! (We did too!) Stay tuned for what we do for Thanksgiving...

If your pet is dressing up today, drop a photo in the comments! We would love to see what everyone came up with this year.

Stay Spooky,
Staff at Amber Leaf Animal Hospital

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us.

If your pet gets nervous with the doorbell and the costumes, set them up with a quiet room away from the front door and make sure their ID tags are current before the evening gets busy. A little calm goes a long way tonight.

Now for the fun part. Show us your pet's costume in the comments. We have been waiting all month for this.

10/29/2026

It is National Cat Day.

Whether yours greets you at the door or judges you quietly from the top of the bookshelf, today is for celebrating the cats who share our homes and our hearts.

We are always happy to see a good cat photo, so drop yours in the comments.

10/26/2026

🚨EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT 🚨

Meet Miguel! He has been here at Amber Leaf for a little over a year now as a veterinary assistant.

Miguel has 2 dogs, a Chocolate Lab (Bailey), and a Mini Australian Shepherd (Cinco). In his free time, he enjoys playing sports but specifically volleyball! He loves dogs of all sizes but has a special place in his heart for the big dogs.

When asked what he enjoys most about working here, he replied with, "I enjoy being able to work with pets." Enough said!

Please join us in the comments in thanking Miguel for his hard work and dedication! ❤️

10/23/2026

Important Pet Medication Recall

We want to make sure our clients are aware of a recent veterinary medication recall that may affect your pets.
Wedgewood Pharmacy LLC is voluntarily recalling nearly 4,000 compounded veterinary medications due to potential potency issues. The affected products were shipped nationwide between February 18, 2026, and October 6, 2026, to veterinary practices, pharmacies, and other customers. The recall includes various medications in forms such as powders, pastes, oral suspensions, injectables, ophthalmic ointments and solutions, ear solutions, topical sprays, and gels.

What does this mean for you and your pet?
If your pet is currently taking a compounded medication from Wedgewood Pharmacy, please check whether it's included in the recall. You can find the complete list of affected products, including lot numbers and expiration dates, here:
https://www.wedgewood.com/recall-lookup/

If your pet is on any recalled medications, we'll contact you. We know how important your pet's health and well-being are to you. If you have questions or concerns about a medication your pet is taking, please give our team a call. We're happy to help you understand what this means for your pet and determine any next steps.

Please don't stop or change your pet's prescribed medication without first speaking with your veterinarian.

Your pet's health and safety will always be our priority.

Search Tips: Partial matches are supported. Enter multiple words to narrow results. Within each SKU, lots are listed in ascending lot-number order (e.g., 122-08660117, 122-08662861; or 922138, 928270). Expiration dates are listed for each lot.

10/22/2026

With the candy bowl filling up, a quick reminder for pet families.

Chocolate, xylitol, and raisins are all dangerous for pets, and candy wrappers can cause problems of their own. Keep the stash somewhere your pet cannot reach, and remind the kids to do the same.

If your pet gets into something they should not, call us right away at (630) 231-7640.

10/19/2026

🚨EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT🚨

Meet Jessica! She has been at Amber Leaf for almost 2 years now! She started as one of our receptionists but is also being cross-trained as a veterinary assistant.

In her free time, she loves to spend her time outdoors! She enjoys going on bike rides, hiking, and kayaking. She has 1 dog, 3 cats (that she adopted from here within a few months of working here), 2 rabbits, a leopard gecko, and a Pac-man frog.

When asked what she enjoys most about working here, she replied with, "I enjoy being able to connect with all of our clients as well as their pets. I have also enjoyed the relationships I have built with my coworkers."

Please join us in the comments in thanking Jessica for her hard work and dedication! ❤️

10/14/2026

Today is Pet Obesity Awareness Day, and it is a good reminder that those extra treats add up.

Carrying extra weight makes everyday movement harder on your pet and can affect their comfort and energy over time. The encouraging part is that small changes to food, portions, and activity really do make a difference.

Not sure where your pet stands? Call us to schedule a weight check and a nutritional consultation!