Dr. Royal saved my dog's life! My precious Scottie, Isabella Amelia Rose, was diagnosed with a kidney issue and my (former) Vet told me she would be on meds the rest of her life. Dr. Royal treated Isabella from several dimensions; changing her to a raw food diet, using acupuncture, recommending healthy supplements among other modalities. Isabella is healthy once again, thanks to Dr. Royal. Dr. Royal TAKES TIME with owners and their pets unlike every other Veterinarian; her staff is exceptional in customer service as well as their veterinary experience. Dr. Barbara Royal is a role model for the Veterinary profession; if anyone can CORRECTLY diagnose and gently treat a sick animal - she can. The Royal Treatment Veterinary Center is World Class and truly one of a kind - how blessed is the Chicago area animal kingdom and their pet parents!

Like many others, we found Dr. Royal as a last resort of treatment. It's too bad that we didn't find her sooner as perhaps we could have spent more time with our beloved dog. As you'll read in review after review, the staff really do care. They take the time and really invest themselves in your pet's well being. I've never had a veterinarian call me on a Sunday night to discuss treatment options or tell me they don't care how busy they are, they will see me until meeting Dr. Royal. Everyone's approach there is the same, happy and what's in the best interest of your pet. They don't force feed you solutions that aren't attainable. Yes, while some of the treatments are a bit expensive, they are worth it. People still think acupuncture is quack medicine. I can attest that my dog had no bias one way or another on proving a point. He would limp in and walk out chipper as could be. Make sure to plan accordingly as the first visit does take some time. Everyone is interviewing each other during that first meeting. Have "stupid" questions? Ask them, they're not stupid. You won't be talked down to or treated as if you should be shamed for not knowing something. Since first going here years ago, they now offer full veterinary services. My dogs go very infrequently as they're healthy and happy. The whole staff is great to be around and make sure each visit is calm and beneficial. Starting out right versus having to treat them towards the end is a much better solution.

Began coming with our middle dog who suffers from hip dysplasia and a disease of her front legs. She runs like a champ now. Then our old beagle got cancer. He also suffers from arthritis. After going the traditional route we were told to expect a life expectancy of about 3 to 6 months. He was in pain when touched and struggled to get up or move very quickly. We asked Dr. Royal to work with us to keep him comfortable. She worked with a local store to a develop a diet for him, added suplements, exercise and acupuncture. Fast forward nearly 2 years. The cancer remains, but I am sitting at Royals here listening to him beg for treats on the treadmill with a wagging tail. And I couldn't be happier.

Our Maltese Zach is 10 years old and was diagnosed with a torn ACL earlier this year. Surgery seemed the only viable option but as he had just undergone a surgical procedure a month earlier, I was reluctant to put him through the ordeal again so soon. I allowed his leg to heal and then found Dr Royal. Under her direction, Zach was put on a strict diet and lost 6 pounds (!) and after many sessions of underwater treadmill therapy, he is fully healed. I feel like I have my old Zach back - he is extremely active again and looks/acts like a young dog. I truly feel that had I not found Dr Royal, Zach's lifespan would be significantly shortened as in my opinion, he had begun to "slow down". I would highly recommend the Royal Treatment for not just therapy for overall Veterinary care!