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ANNUAL VACCINATION + HEALTH CHECK

Vaccinations for Your Pet

Vaccinations are a vital part of keeping your pet healthy and protecting them from serious infectious diseases. At My Vets Irrawang & Thornton, we strongly recommend annual vaccinations to ensure your pet stays fully protected year-round.

Every vaccination appointment includes a comprehensive health check, which is especially important as our pets age much faster than we do — often 7 years for every human year. These yearly visits help us detect any changes early and keep your pet feeling their best.

What to Expect at Your Pet’s Vaccination Appointment

Whether you visit our Raymond Terrace or Thornton clinic, your pet’s appointment will take around 20 minutes and includes:

When You Arrive

You’ll be greeted by our friendly reception team.
Dogs should come on a lead, and cats in a secure carrier.
Dogs are weighed in reception so we can monitor weight changes over time.
Cats are weighed in the consulting room once they’re out of their carrier.
If we haven’t met your pet before, we will check their microchip number.
We’ll confirm your contact details and your pet’s information to ensure everything is up to date.
Treats are available on the counter — please let us know if you prefer your dog not to have one.

Consultation Room Experience

We have separate consult rooms and waiting areas for cats and dogs to reduce stress.
Your appointment will begin with one of our fantastic medical nurses, who will:

Help you and your pet get settled
Offer treats and reassurance (if welcomed)
Ask questions about your pet’s diet, parasite prevention, and general health
Note any specific concerns you’d like the vet to address

Our consult rooms use calming pheromones and fear-free handling to help your pet feel safe and comfortable.

Your Pet’s Health Check

The vet will then perform a thorough, nose-to-tail examination, including:

Dental health
Skin and coat condition
Ear health
Chest and lung sounds
Heart rate and pulse
Abdominal palpation
Lymph nodes

Depending on your pet’s age and needs, we may also discuss:

Desexing
Training and behaviour
Diet and nutrition
Heartworm prevention
Parasite control
Senior pet care
Any concerns you have

For Senior Pets (7+ years)

We encourage you to bring a fresh urine sample to your appointment. Our nurse can perform a complimentary urine test to help assess your pet’s kidney function.

Puppy and Kitten Vaccinations

Young pets have immature immune systems and require a series of booster vaccines to build strong protection.
Adult pets need yearly vaccinations to stay fully protected.

Titre Testing (For Owners Who Prefer Not to Vaccinate Annually)

If you prefer a more tailored approach, we offer titre testing, a simple blood test that measures your pet’s current immunity to core diseases. We can then advise whether vaccination is required.