FACTS ABOUT “LOW-COST” VACCINE CLINICS

Aren’t all vaccines the same? Can’t I save some money by having them done by a “low-cost” vaccine clinic?

While vaccines are an important part of your annual visit, they are actually just one small part of keeping your pet healthy and happy. Our annual visits also include a full physical examination, fecal check for intestinal parasites, heartworm examination, a complimentary pet ID card and a complimentary nail trim. We also strongly recommend annual wellness bloodwork, which gives us a comprehensive look into your pet’s overall health.

Here’s how our vaccinations differ from the “low-cost” type of clinics:

Tuscawilla Oaks Animal Hospital	ACME "Low Cost" Vet Clinic
A full physical examination by a veterinarian on each pet prior to vaccination to make sure your pet is healthy enough to undergo the procedure.	A brief exam, or possibly no examination performed prior to vaccination. Conditions that could make your pet susceptible to vaccine failure or a vaccine reaction can be completely missed.
The vaccine protocol is tailored to your pet’s individual needs.	One-size-fits-all vaccine protocols- which may not be appropriate for your pet’s breed or individual health concerns.
Vaccinations received at our clinic directly from the distributor, kept continuously refrigerated until administration.	Questionable delivery and storage of vaccines. Vaccines usually transported via cooler from place to place.
Availability of other critical annual wellness services for your pet- including fecal examination, heartworm tests, and wellness bloodwork, as well as diagnostics and treatment for any other health concerns	Typical services limited only to vaccinations.
Life-long record keeping	Records kept for minimum period of time- typically owner has no access to vaccine records following the day of administration.
Availability to see and treat your pet should any adverse reaction to the vaccines occur.	No veterinary services provided for vaccine reactions.
A veterinarian on-call 24 hours a day, available to answer any questions or concerns you may have.	No one available to answer your calls- any vaccine reaction means a trip to the emergency clinic.

We strive to provide the highest-quality care for your pet, while understanding that keeping costs under control is priority for our clients. We will be happy to discuss our vaccination procedures as well as payment options with you at any time.