FAQs about our vaccine clinics
When and where does the vaccine clinic operate?
Our vaccine clinics are held at our facility in Redmond, OR. The address is 250 NW 7th St, Redmond, OR 97756. Most clinics are held on the weekend but weekday clinics are occasionally offered as well. Check our vaccine clinic webpage regularly for updates regarding scheduled clinics.
Do I need to make an appointment for the vaccine clinic?
Yes, an appointment is necessary for our vaccine clinics. This prevents long lines and reduces the stress of animals waiting for their turn. By scheduling an appointment, you can ensure that your pet will be seen quickly and there will be minimal contact with other animals.
What do I need to bring with me to the vaccine clinic?
Bring your pet either on a leash or in a crate. It is important to bring your pet’s medical records for the past year if available. These records will allow us to better determine which vaccines are due.
What vaccines are available?
Vaccinations available for dogs include:
Are there risks to vaccinating pets?
Any type of treatment has some potential risks, but it is widely accepted that the benefits outweigh the risks when dealing with fatal diseases. The majority of pets respond favorably to vaccines, with mild sleepiness or soreness being the most common concern from owners. Serious reactions are rare, but possible. New and improved vaccination technologies have greatly reduced the risk of major reactions in pets.
Why do kittens and puppies require multiple vaccination boosters?
Young animals receive antibodies through their mother’s milk, but the protection is not long-lasting and varies between individuals. Antibodies from the mother can also interfere with a vaccine response, so it is important to vaccinate after these maternal antibodies subside to ensure the longest protection possible. Regular vaccine booster intervals help to minimize potential gaps in antibody coverage and ensures that a puppy or kitten receives a vaccine as early as possible after maternal antibodies wane.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Appointments can be scheduled online. Use the registration form below to find a date that works best for you and your pet!
Our vaccine clinics are held at our facility in Redmond, OR. The address is 250 NW 7th St, Redmond, OR 97756. Most clinics are held on the weekend but weekday clinics are occasionally offered as well. Check our vaccine clinic webpage regularly for updates regarding scheduled clinics.
Do I need to make an appointment for the vaccine clinic?
Yes, an appointment is necessary for our vaccine clinics. This prevents long lines and reduces the stress of animals waiting for their turn. By scheduling an appointment, you can ensure that your pet will be seen quickly and there will be minimal contact with other animals.
What do I need to bring with me to the vaccine clinic?
Bring your pet either on a leash or in a crate. It is important to bring your pet’s medical records for the past year if available. These records will allow us to better determine which vaccines are due.
What vaccines are available?
Vaccinations available for dogs include:
- Rabies- Recommended for all dogs and mandatory for pet licensing
- DAPP (distemper, adenovirus, parvovirus, parainfluenza) - Recommended for all dogs as a core vaccination
- Leptospirosis- Recommend for all dogs that go hiking or spend time outside (this disease is mainly spread by close wildlife proximity)
- Bordetella- Recommended for any dogs taken to daycare, grooming, boarding facilities, or that frequently go to dog parks (protects against the disease complex commonly refer to as "kennel cough")
- Rabies- Recommended for all cats, especially outdoor cats
- HCP (herpesvirus, calicivirus, panleukopenia)- Recommended for all cats as a core vaccine
- FeLV (feline leukemia)- Recommended for all outdoor cats, viral testing needed prior to vaccination if no proof of previous vaccine present
Are there risks to vaccinating pets?
Any type of treatment has some potential risks, but it is widely accepted that the benefits outweigh the risks when dealing with fatal diseases. The majority of pets respond favorably to vaccines, with mild sleepiness or soreness being the most common concern from owners. Serious reactions are rare, but possible. New and improved vaccination technologies have greatly reduced the risk of major reactions in pets.
Why do kittens and puppies require multiple vaccination boosters?
Young animals receive antibodies through their mother’s milk, but the protection is not long-lasting and varies between individuals. Antibodies from the mother can also interfere with a vaccine response, so it is important to vaccinate after these maternal antibodies subside to ensure the longest protection possible. Regular vaccine booster intervals help to minimize potential gaps in antibody coverage and ensures that a puppy or kitten receives a vaccine as early as possible after maternal antibodies wane.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Appointments can be scheduled online. Use the registration form below to find a date that works best for you and your pet!
