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The Pet Doctor Pet Portal

Rochester, Illinois

Small-town care. Whole-pet medicine.

Family-owned in Rochester, serving central Illinois since 2021.

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The Pet Doctor's front porch at dusk, with rocking chairs and the welcome sign, looking out over the fields on Cardinal Hill Road.

What we do

Wellness & Preventive Care Exams, vaccines, and preventive medications to keep your pet healthy at every age. Sick Visits & Diagnostics Prompt care when something's wrong, with in-house lab work, bloodwork, and X-rays. Dentistry Dental exams, cleanings, and extractions to protect your pet's teeth and overall health.
The Pet Doctor clinic on Cardinal Hill Road, with rocking chairs and fall decorations on the front porch.

Why families choose us

We believe in treating your pet as if they were our own.

  • Onsite lab & X-ray
    Most answers the same visit — no waiting days for results.
  • Laser-assisted surgery
    Our surgical laser is used for many procedures, for less pain and quicker recoveries.
  • Integrative medicine
    Therapeutic laser and whole-pet options alongside conventional care.
  • You’re in the room, every step
    No back-room handoffs. You see what we see.

What clients say

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★★★★★

“Staff is very friendly and helpful. Facility is clean. I take my cats and dogs there and couldn't ask for a better hometown vet.”
Amanda Matthews

★★★★★

“Dr. Emily and her staff are always friendly and easy to deal with.”
Missy Crowder

★★★★★

“Great experience! The staff and Dr. Jewell were very attentive. I'm glad I tried them out, and would highly recommend them to anyone else.”
Jason Kincaid
Dr. Emily Jewell

Meet the doctor

Dr. Emily Jewell, DVM

Dr. Jewell grew up in Assumption, Illinois, moved to Rochester in 2011, and opened The Pet Doctor in 2021. Opening this clinic has been a dream come true to give her own community the kind of care she'd want for her pets. She's married to her high school sweetheart, Chris, Head of Energy Strategy at Polar Consulting. They have 3 children, 2 dogs and 2 …

Meet the whole team

Find us

Address
201 S. Cardinal Hill Road
Rochester, IL 62563
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Hours
Opening hours
Monday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

We're located between Village Hall and the Fire Department, across from the Intermediate School.

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