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Welcome to The Royal Treatment Veterinary Center

Owned and operated by Dr. Barbara Royal, DVM, The Royal Treatment is both a general as well as a specialty, complementary veterinary practice. We provide traditional veterinary services as well as complementary medicine and rehabilitation, including underwater treadmill therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, herbal and nutritional consultation, holistic medicine, and chronic care.

Recent News

Dr. Royal Makes Surprise Appearance on Oprah

Posted on January 29th, 2010

Jan 29, 2010: As a board member of PAWS Chicago, Dr. Royal made an appearance presenting Oprah with her new puppies adopted from PAWS Chicago!

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Dr. Royal Featured on New Smithsonian Channel TV Series “Zoo Vets: Claws, Paws and Fins”

Posted on January 27th, 2010

Dr. Royal was interviewed by the Smithsonian Channel and is being featured on their new tv series. Read more here and see a preview including footage of Dr. Royal at the Brookfield Zoo treating a camel with acupuncture, an elephant with laser, and loads of other zoo vets working with fascinating animals.

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Dr. Royal Elected to Board of Directors of PAWS Chicago

Posted on December 10th, 2009

Barbara Royal is honored by her election to the PAWS Chicago Board.

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The Royal Treatment Gets a New Name: The Royal Treatment Veterinary Center

Posted on November 1st, 2009

Our name has changed slightly to reflect the diversity of our veterinary services.

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Dr. Royal Advises CBS 2 Viewers About “Dog Flu” (Canine Influenza)

Posted on September 22nd, 2009

Dr. Royal was interviewed by CBS-2 News in Chicago concerning dog flu and explained what the flu is and what pet owners should know.

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Barbara Royal, DVM, and The Royal Treatment have been featured on WGN TV, 190 North, The Urban Mutt and more.

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