Capitol Illini Veterinary Services - Springfield

John

2024-04

Capital Illini Veterinary Services has literally saved my English Setter. The treatment has brought her back to herself.She will need surgery in her knees but Dr. Holbrook has set up a plan that is working beautifully.We are new to this clinic and would highly recommend it to anyone.Excellent staff, great facilities, friendly helpful people that make you feel welcome.I am extremely happy that my local vet suggested we take Spunky here. It saved her.Kudos to all!!!!

Yiyi Ma

2024-02

Dr. Ball has been so helpful with my sick kitty. She is amazing at communicating what she is doing, what tests they are going to run, and what these tests are looking for. I am a new pet owner so I both have a lot of questions and also don't know what's going on. But she always explains her clinical reasoning to me and has been so accommodating with all my questions. I feel like she is accessible when I reach out and the front desk staff have been so sweet and helpful. My experience at Capitol Illini Vet has been super positive and I trust that my cat Muscles is in great hands.

Breah Blue

2024-04

I have taken my 2 kittens here twice. They came from a shelter and are not huge fans of getting in a carrier, let alone going to the vet. Everyone from reception, to vet techs, to the veterinarian are such kind people. My kitties have done great each time we’ve come. Everyone is so sweet and patient with them. You can tell these people really care about your pets, and that they will be in good hands. I attached a picture of my kittens because they’re too cute not to 😄

Kent Weil

2024-04

We brought our llewellen setter to our vet (a 9 1/2 yo) for a blown CCL (ACL in people). Tricky expensive surgery to permanently restabilize the knee. Dr. Christina Holbrook was recommended as the best regional surgeon for the procedure (and our vet is no slouch either). Took the recommendation and never looked back. A caring and competent surgeon.

Jennie Clemons

2024-03

Very happy with the Capitol Illini providers & staff. I would like to specifically mention Erin who makes every phone call or visit exceptional. Erin provides excellent customer service and is very professional even in stressful situations. Thank you Capitol Illini & Erin!

Pamela Davis

2022-05

We recently moved to Springfield from Texas and needed to establish a new vet. If you've had pets for a while, you know this is as traumatic as finding a new doctor for yourself! Dr. Holbrook and Capitol Illini were highly recommended by a colleague. They were phenomenal. We have 2 senior dogs - one who is very shy and one who is very loud. They handled them both with love and care and put everyone (including the nervous fur mama) at ease. I would recommend them to anyone.

Erica Hughes

2023-11

Dr Fields and the rest of the staff acted very quickly when we brought our dog in and they all went above and beyond to comfort him as well as to find out what was wrong with him. We'd been told something completely different by another vet which left him progressively worse and worse. Turns out he'd had an infection that we were unaware of and we would've lost him had we not brought him in to Capitol Illini when we did. Thank you all for saving Shadow's life and giving all of us the gift of a happy future with him!

Cindy Klasing

2022-05

We have a 4lb yorkie who is 17 months old. Our veterinarian who is very skilled and qualified, was not comfortable spaying such a small dog. (She personally reached out and spoke with Dr. Christina Holbrook who is her friend.) We had a consultation with Dr. Holbrook and the surgery was scheduled. Unfortunately our girl fell into the 2% category who had a reaction to the anesthesia and the procedure was aborted. Dr. Holbrook spoke with us and advised that she would do some research to find a different drug cocktail which would possibly be better suited to our dogs’ system needs. Surgery was then rescheduled for July. The procedure went perfectly and our little girl came thru with flying colors. Dr. Holbrook was very attentive to our concerns and personally reached out to us the day of the unsuccessful attempt and again after the successful surgery. (She also personally phoned and responded to a couple questions we had prior to the day of surgery.) The vet techs who readied our dog each time were assuring and we felt she was in great hands. The office staff are patient and professional and all of them work to provide quality care. Although we will be returning to our vet for her routine care, we would not hesitate to utilize this clinic in the future should our circumstances change. We HIGHLY recommend Dr. Christina Holbrook and thank her and all of her staff for taking such wonderful care of our baby.

Patricia Drake

2023-05

My dog Coco got sick during Covid. She was diagnosed with a liver shunt and started on medication and special food. She is doing great. The providers and staff were so great and continue to be when we go in. The last 2 years have been hard enough. So grateful Capital has been helping keep Coco healthy. Thank you.

Baylee Cohlmeyer

2023-05

My boy Moo had an episode Dec 16, 2021 where he almost passed. He had underlying heart disease and was moving into heart failure. Dr.Holbrook has given so much of her time and love to care for Morris. I wanted to leave this review because it is Nov 22, 2022 and I just got off the phone with Dr.Holbrook to develop a new plan for Moos meds. She is truly a wonderful vet and I can’t say enough good things about them.Moo ended up passed Nov 25, 2022. He was so sick. When my fiancé and I decided to put him down, the whole team was so kind. Our vet was crying, some of the vet techs said goodbye. We received his paw prints and hair in the mail with a sweet card.We now have a beagle and Dr.Holbrook will care for him as well because I’ll never go to another vet.

Mindy Pusch

2021-05

Originally my dog started going to Capitol Illini because Dr Holbrook is an orthopedic specialist. She started having other issues and now sees Dr Armour as well. Both women are extremely kind, helpful and thorough. They take the time to listen to me and answer all of my questions.

J Hermann

2023-12

Our Anatolian had knee surgery and everything from start to finish was great. The staff from terrific as well has Dr. Holbrook. Highly recommend.

Cheryl Ashburn

2023-06

Very caring office. Great communication and service. Originally thought our dog would need cruciate ligament repair and not looking forward to the recovery period because she is a large dog and super active. However, Dr. Holbrook took another look at the dog's gait before the surgery and decided that the surgery results probably wouldn't be better than allowing it to heal as is. We appreciated the honesty and change of thought about this. The dog is doing great with a monthly injection and is quite active despite the problem. Would highly recommend this office!!

John Kirk

2022-05

Always a great place. Staff and vets are great kind people. We are dealing with cancer in our Corgi. He was rescued ,but I believe he rescued us. We are spoiling him .

Sean Beyer

2024-04

Extremely friendly and courteous employees also very competent and knowledgeable. Highly recommend to anyone

Jessica Ushman

2024-03

They misdiagnosed our pet and guilt tripped our family saying we should put our pet down shaming us for a condition our pet never even had - went to Petersburg Vet for a second opinion and guess what our pet is still here with us today.- DO NOT TAKE YOUR FUR BABIES HERE !!!!

Sabrina Doyle-Brooks

2023-05

When my wife and I moved from a small town to Springfield, finding a vet for our black lab mix was at the top of our to-do list. This place is MORE than I expected it to be. The staff are WONDERFUL! Our dog hates the vet and has anxiety issues to the point where we normally have to have her sedated. The staff were able to work with us to help us help her and we couldn’t be anymore grateful! It sucks that veterinary offices (anywhere you go) don’t have many options for payment plans but we are grateful for the detailed love and care given to our dog.P.S. I have also brought my dwarf hamster here to be seen and that was also a good experience (not many vets in the area will take “exotic” animals aka any animal that isn’t a dog or cat).

Michaele Birch

2023-09

Dr. Heidi Brit-Sherrock, if I could give her 10 stars, it wouldn't be enough! Both of my dogs are rescues with trauma I am unaware of. My heart dog sees everyone as a threat, and has been refused by several vets, but not her! She knows no fear, and although he may never love her, he at least tolerates her. As for me I love her!

Hazel Atkinson

2023-07

Dr. Holbrook is very attentive and loves my pets to death! I wouldn't think of going to any other vet! My pups are always happy to see the vet, especially when it's her.

Cathy Lyons Adelman

2022-05

I had my fur baby seen due to a corneal ulcer, and was able to get her seen, they was caring and very helpful answering my questions, I would recommend them to anyone needing a vet

Robert Drell

2018-05

I'm new to the area and both visits for two different cats have been filled with caring and competent staff. They assisted with my work schedule and were sensitive when times were difficult. I highly recommend them as a safe haven for pet owners.

Kathleen Casper

2020-05

The staff at Capitol Illini Vet Clinic are amazing! They were willing to help answer a multitude questions that I had and were as patient as could be. I had to drive about 4 hours to get to the clinic so they were incredibly instrumental in assisting me on what I needed to know and have before embarking on the journey. The knowledge and experience that they have in incredibly evident!Upon arrival, we were greeted at the door and they were very welcoming to us. I am going to make the journey again, and am happy to do it, based on the service and the quality of care that was provided to my animals and that I received as the owner of the four legged creatures. :0)If you are looking for the best care and outstanding treatment, Capitol Illini is the place to go!

stacey graven

2023-05

The veterinarians are superb. They listen, answer our questions and take care of our golden doodle like it’s their own pet. The staff is excellent in getting us an appointment that works with our schedule. We have been taking our dog there for 6 years and he loves it too !

S C

2023-05

After our vet semi-retired, I knew it was inevitable that we would have to find a new place for our cats. Dr. Antonini has been wonderful so far and seems to take the care to make sure issues get the attention I’d like. I’m glad I found this clinic. Despite my initial hesitancy, my cat already seems to be doing better based on a recommendation he made. I look forward to bringing our other cats here as well!

Julie

2023-05

Great vets absolutely HORRIBLE and UNPROFESSIONAL office staff and manager.I called because I had a crisis, my cat had been poisoned, and they REFUSED to see her. The receptionist was RUDE and could care less about my pet.They told me to wait and take her to the Emergency vet.If I had my cat would have DIED. Thank God Laketown Vet Hospital took my cat in and saved her life.NO THANKS TO THIS PLACE AND THEIR CRUEL STAFF!!!

Breanna Fernandes

2023-05

Huge thank you to Dr. Ball for going above and beyond, taking radiographs and finding bronchitis in my 12 year old dog.Dr. Ball is informative and patient. Her calming and caring personality really helped with my pup who has high anxiety, making the appointment easier.

Joyce Harms

2023-05

I found compassionate, capable care here for my senior cat with Doc Sherrock and staff. Thorough exam and tests were conducted and I was provided with clearly defined decision points, helping give me confidence for walking with my Izzy through this, his ninth life.

Bob

2021-05

I have been taking our cats to Capitol Illini Vetrenary Clinic since we moved to Springfield 4 years ago. The location is very convenient as well as the hours they are open.All the doctors are very caring to the cats. They have helped when they are sick, as well as keeping them healthy with checkups, teeth cleaning and diagnostics.They have the ability to do all kinds of care, but don't mind if you need to just get the minimum.I absolutely recommend taking your cat to them.

Mary O'Brien

2018-05

The veterinarians at Capitol Illini have been caring for my animals for years. I currently have two mini Schnauzers who have had multiple problems over the nine years I’ve had them. Dr. Armor has been their treating physician from the beginning. She is so sweet and caring with them and always gets to the root of the problem very quickly. In addition, she has a way of calming and relaxing a very nervous pet mommy. She listens to you and works to find a solution. For example, at my request, she worked with the board to extend promotional periods on their Care card, lessening the financial stress of getting the necessary treatments for my girls. She is the best! The whole staff is very knowledgeable and kind with the animals. I highly recommend the clinic and feel confident that any animal will get top notch care.

K Miller

2019-05

All of the staff at Capitol Illini are great and very nice! My cat's normal vet recommended Capital Illini to me after my 18 year old cat started having problems requiring more specialized care. I could not be anymore thankful for the care provided by Dr. Holbrook and Andrew! They are simply the best!!