Preventive care
Dog & Cat Vaccinations in Kelowna
Vaccines are a simple way to protect your pet from serious, preventable disease. We pair each vaccine visit with an examination and tailor recommendations to your pet's age, health and lifestyle.
Appointment requests are confirmed by our team.
Scope
What this service includes
- Puppy and kitten vaccine series
- Adult booster vaccines
- Core vaccines and lifestyle vaccines based on your pet's risk
- A wellness examination alongside vaccination
- Updated vaccination records for boarding, grooming and travel
Your visit
What to expect
We review your pet's history and any previous vaccine records.
An examination to make sure your pet is well enough to be vaccinated today.
A clear plan for which vaccines are recommended and when the next ones are due.
Why vaccinate
Prevention is kinder than treatment
Vaccines help your pet's immune system recognise and fight specific infectious diseases, several of which can be serious or difficult to treat.
Keeping vaccines current also protects other animals in your household and community.
Young pets
Puppy and kitten series
Puppies and kittens need a series of vaccines a few weeks apart to build protection. Timing: [CONFIRM WITH CLINIC]
Our first-year guides explain what to expect over those early visits.
Adult pets
Adult boosters
After the initial series, adult pets need boosters to keep their protection up. How often depends on the vaccine and your pet: [CONFIRM WITH CLINIC]
We usually combine booster visits with a wellness examination.
Tailored care
Core vs lifestyle vaccines
Core vaccines are recommended for most dogs and cats. Lifestyle vaccines depend on your pet's risk.
We tailor recommendations to how your pet lives, and your veterinarian will advise on what makes sense. Things we consider include:
- Boarding, daycare or grooming visits
- Outdoor access and time in parks or trails
- Contact with Okanagan wildlife
- Travel outside the region or abroad
Your visit
What to bring
- Previous vaccination and medical records, if your pet has been seen elsewhere
- A list of current medications or supplements
- Any questions about boarding, travel or lifestyle
Afterwards
After the vaccine
Some pets are a little tired or sore at the injection site for a day or so. These mild reactions are usually short-lived.
Call us if your pet has facial swelling, hives, vomiting, difficulty breathing or collapses, or if mild signs last more than a day or two. For after-hours emergencies, please contact Fairfield Animal Hospital at (250) 860-6550.
Questions
Common questions
Which vaccines does my pet need?
My indoor cat never goes outside. Do they still need vaccines?
Can you use my pet's previous records?
Are side effects common?
How much do vaccines cost?
Related
Where to next
Wellness services
Life-stage care for puppies, kittens, adult pets and seniors.
Pet care services
Vaccinations, wellness examinations, parasite prevention, microchipping and deworming.
Puppy guide
A first-year guide for new puppy owners.
Ready to book a visit?
Send a request and our team will contact you to confirm a time.