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Vaccines
Vaccines protect against diseases that are hard or impossible to treat. We give the core vaccines every dog and cat needs, and we only suggest the extra ones when your pet's lifestyle calls for them, like Bordetella for a dog who boards. If a vaccine isn't needed, we say so.
What's included
Every visit, every time.
- Core vaccines for dogs and cats
- Lifestyle vaccines only when they make sense
- Puppy and kitten series planned visit by visit
- Text and email reminders when boosters are due
- Rabies certificate printed on the spot
What it usually costs
| Item | Price or range |
|---|---|
| Rabies (dog or cat) | $35 |
| Core combo (DHPP for dogs, FVRCP for cats) | $42 |
| Lifestyle vaccines Lyme, Bordetella, leptospirosis, feline leukemia | $38 to $46 each |
| Typical yearly visit, exam included | $130 to $220 |
| Puppy or kitten series, all visits Usually three visits, 3 to 4 weeks apart | $280 to $420 |
Canadian dollars. Ranges vary with your pet's size, age, and health. Anything beyond an exam gets a written estimate before we start. Full fee table
How it works
What happens, step by step.
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A quick exam first
Every vaccine visit starts with an exam, so we know your pet is well enough for the shot today.
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A lifestyle chat
Daycare? Cottage weekends? An indoor-only cat? Your answers decide which vaccines make sense.
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The shots
Quick, with treats and gentle hands. Most pets barely notice.
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Aftercare
A sleepy day or a sore spot is normal. We tell you what isn't, and how to reach us if you're unsure.
Who you'll see
Any of these vets.
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Dr. Maya Okafor
Practice owner + lead veterinarian
In clinic: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
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Dr. Sam Whitfield
Surgery + dentistry lead
In clinic: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
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Dr. Priya Raman
Veterinarian, feline medicine + behaviour
In clinic: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
"They told me which vaccines Mochi didn't need as an indoor cat. Nobody has ever talked me out of spending money at a vet before."
Questions we hear
Fair questions, plain answers.
Are vaccine reactions common?
Serious reactions are rare. Mild ones, like a sleepy day or a tender spot, are more common and pass on their own. If your pet has facial swelling, hives, repeated vomiting, or trouble breathing after a vaccine, call us right away. After hours, call the 24-hour emergency hospital.
Does my indoor cat need vaccines?
Yes, the core ones. Rabies vaccination is required for cats and dogs in Ontario, and indoor cats can still meet viruses carried in on shoes. Extras like feline leukemia usually aren't needed for an indoor-only adult cat, and we'll tell you so.
My pet's records are from another clinic. Do we start over?
No. Tell us the clinic's name and we'll request the records. We only give what's actually due.
If it can't wait
During our hours: call us first at (613) 555-0142 and say it's an emergency. We'll tell you whether to come straight in.
Nights, weekends, holidays: call the 24-hour emergency hospital, Capital 24-Hour Animal Emergency Centre, (613) 555-0199 ยท 88 Carling Court, Ottawa.
Open nights, weekends, and holidays. No appointment needed. Call ahead if you can, so their team can get ready for you.
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Book a vaccine visit online in about a minute, or call (613) 555-0142 and Rosa will find you a time.
Emergency right now? Don't book online. For emergencies, call the 24-hour emergency hospital, Capital 24-Hour Animal Emergency Centre, at (613) 555-0199.