Niles Animal Hospital Named Niles Business of the Year

We are honored.....Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center was named the Business of the Year by the Niles Chamber of Commerce today. There will be the award ceremony at a dinner April 27th. Thanks to our staff and clients who have, over the years, made our practice something of which we are very proud.

Niles Animal Hospital was founded in 1949 by the noted veterinarian, Dr. T.J. Lafeber. Dr. Lafeber was a pioneer in many aspects of veterinary medicine, the utilization of veterinary assistants, in-house laboratory diagnostics, and became renowned as an avian veterinarian.

Dr. Peter Sakas began as a veterinary extern at Niles Animal Hospital in 1980, became a staff veterinarian in 1983, and bought the practice in 1985. He has continued in the tradition of Dr. Lafeber, remaining innovative and on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. We have an extensive in-house laboratory, digital radiography, laser surgery and laser therapy, fully equipped bird hospital, see all varieties of pets (dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, reptiles, wildlife), perform a wide variety of surgical procedures, along with many other features of our practice.

We have been an American Animal Hospital Accredited Practice since 1953, one of only 3,000 in the US and Canada. Our accreditation by AAHA means we have gone through a rigorous evaluation process to ensure we comply with strict standards in patient care, pain management, surgery, and many other areas. It is a guarantee that pets will receive the highest quality care available.

We give back to the community by being involved in various civic activities, career day programs, student mentoring, lectures/programs to a wide range of groups, charitable pursuits, and others. We support local shelters/rescues for dogs, cats, small mammals, and birds.

We take pride in the legacy of Niles Animal Hospital which began so long ago with Dr. Lafeber and strive to maintain it. We sincerely appreciate the recognition by the Niles Chamber of Commerce.