PALS Pet Vaccination Clinic
PALS offers low-cost vaccination clinics for both the general public and those who have qualified for our programs. This is not a walk-in vaccination clinic and appointments are required. All pets must be at least one year old to receive clinic services. Clinics are held in the afternoon from 1:55-3:40. Qualified client appointments will take first priority, and then we open any available appointments to the general public. A small deposit is required to confirm your appointment.
Please Note: All dogs must be on a leash, and all cats must be in a carrier. You will not be allowed to accompany your pet inside of the clinic. They will be escorted in by a PALS volunteer. No aggressive animals will be permitted to participate. Please ensure your animal is friendly to strangers and is not animal aggressive. PALS veterinary staff, board members, staff members, and volunteers reserve the right to refuse any animal that is deemed in their opinion to be aggressive.
What It Is and Isn't
As these clinics are not held at full service veterinary care hospitals, our staff does not have access to additional medical equipment, such as otoscopes and microscopes, and they are unable to evaluate ongoing health issues or provide advanced medical care, such as ear, dental, and skin conditions. If your pet has any of these issues, go to a state-licensed veterinarian.
Our vaccination clinics take once a month on the dates listed below (except for December when there is no clinic). All appointments for pet owners not enrolled in the PALS support program are required to pay in full, in advance, for the services they request. Payments are not refunded or moved to a future date if the pet owner is unable to attend or fogets.
In addition to providing the 1 year vaccinations below, we also provide shots for rabies and Bordetella, as well as heartworm tests and a 1 year supply of heartworm prevention and flea/tick medication.
The vaccinations provided are for 1 year and include DHPP for dogs and FVRCP for cats.
Vaccinations for Dogs and Cats
DHPP includes the following:
- Distemper
- Hepatitis
- Parvovirus
- Parainfluenza
FVRCP includes the following:
- Rhinotracheitis
- Chlamydia
- Panleukopenia
What is the DHPP vaccine?
The DHPP vaccine is a combination vaccine that protects against four different diseases in dogs: Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus. These diseases are highly contagious and can be fatal, so vaccination is an important part of maintaining the health of dogs. The DHPP vaccine is typically given to puppies at an early age and then boosted at regular intervals throughout the dog's life.
What is the FVRCP Vaccine?
The FVRCP vaccine is a combination vaccine that protects against three different diseases in cats: Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia. These diseases are highly contagious and can be fatal, especially in young kittens, so vaccination is an important part of maintaining the health of cats. The FVRCP vaccine is typically given to kittens at an early age and then boosted at regular intervals throughout the cat's life.
Pricing
$25 – Dog or Cat Rabies vaccination
$25 – Dog or Cat Combo vaccination
$25 – Bordetella Shot (dogs only)
$25 – Heartworm Testing (dogs only) Customers may request a prescription for heartworm prevention and flea/tick prevention to fill at their expense. The test is required for heartworm prevention medications. If your dog tests positive, you will need to see your primary care veterinarian for follow-up care.
Frequently Asked Questions
I want heartworm and flea/tick prevention medications for my dog. How can I get those?
We require a heartworm test for both heartworm and flea/tick prevention medications prescriptions. If you are not enrolled as a client in the PALS program, when your dog tests negative for heartworms at our clinic, we will provide a prescription for both prevention medications for you to fill at your expense at a retail outlet of your choice. We suggest using Google to find the best options for submitting the prescription.
Do you offer three-year vaccines?
No, all of our vaccines are only for one year.
I need to get my puppy/kitten vaccinated. Can I bring them in?
No, we are not able to see any animals under 12 months old. All of our vaccines are pre-purchased and are adult-strength, so they would harm a puppy/kitten if they were given to them.
My pet is too young for your clinic. Can you refer me to any other clinics?
We recommend you Google “low cost pet vaccines” or “low cost pet vaccination clinics” for listings near your area. Many PetSmart locations offer low-cost vaccination clinics. Please look us up when your pet is at least 24 months old because we would love to see them in our clinic.
I missed your clinic and can’t wait until the next one. Can you refer me to any other clinics?
We recommend you Google “low cost pet vaccines” or “low cost pet vaccination clinics” for listings near your area. Many PetSmart locations offer low-cost vaccination clinics. Please look us up when your pet is due for vaccines next year because we would love to see them in our clinic.
Do you clip nails? Do you express anal glands? Do you spay/neuter pets? Do you offer veterinary exams?
No, we are not a veterinary practice. We are a small nonprofit organization and just bring in a vet and some vet techs to run our vaccination clinics for our clients. We do not offer any other services aside from the vaccines listed on our website and heartworm testing.
I just need a heartworm preventative prescription. Can I just email you a test result and you can write a prescription for me?
No, we would need to see your dog in person to write a prescription.
Can I just bring in a heartworm test I had done a few months ago and get a heartworm preventative prescription from you?
No, the test must be current to make sure the results are accurate.
There are feral cats in my neighborhood. May I make appointments for them?
No, we are not equipped to accept feral cats in our vaccination clinic.
