PetSmart Vaccination Clinic Prices & Schedule
PetSmart’s walk-in vaccine clinics are run by ShotVet, where an adult dog package costs $143 to $209 with no exam fee. For ongoing care, the Banfield hospital inside many stores sells wellness plans instead.
Which one suits you depends on what your pet needs.
| Option | Best for | How you pay |
|---|---|---|
| ShotVet pop-up clinic | Healthy pets that just need shots | Per package or per shot, no exam fee |
| Banfield Pet Hospital | Ongoing care, exams and sick visits | Monthly wellness plan or per visit |
| PetSmart Veterinary Services | Full or urgent vet care at select stores | Per visit |
Who Gives Vaccines Inside PetSmart
PetSmart doesn’t employ vets itself. It hosts several providers, and PetSmart says vet services of some kind are available in about 70% of its stores.
- ShotVet runs pop-up clinics for vaccines, testing and discounted preventive medicine
- Banfield Pet Hospital runs full hospitals built around wellness plans
- PetSmart Veterinary Services hospitals are independently owned and handle full and urgent care
- Independent vet practices operate inside select stores
- Partner clinics funded by PetSmart Charities offer lower-cost care in some areas
For routine shots, most owners end up at ShotVet or Banfield. The other options matter more when your pet is sick or hurt.
Not every store has every provider, and some have none. Check PetSmart’s vet care finder for your location before you plan a trip around a vaccine.
Preventive medicine at the clinic
ShotVet clinics also sell discounted flea, tick and heartworm prevention. Buying it at the same visit as the heartworm test saves a second trip.
If you’d rather order online, The Pharmacy at PetSmart fills vet prescriptions for delivery. A first Autoship order is currently 50% off with the code PVSRX50.
ShotVet Package Prices
ShotVet sells bundles that pair the core vaccines with deworming and a heartworm test. These are the prices ShotVet listed on its site in October 2026.
| Package | What’s included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Four Paws | 1-year rabies, DA2PP, deworming and a heartworm test | $143 |
| Wild Paws | Four Paws plus bordetella or leptospirosis | $169 |
| Pampered Paws | Four Paws plus bordetella, lepto, and flu or Lyme | $209 |
| Puppy A, B or C | One round of the puppy vaccine series | $85, $114 or $144 |
| Puppy Club | All three puppy rounds bundled | $209 |
Bordetella is the shot most boarding and grooming services ask for. If your dog needs it, Wild Paws usually costs less than Four Paws plus a separate bordetella shot.
ShotVet also lists single vaccines, including 1-year and 3-year rabies, DA2PP, bordetella, lepto and Lyme. The 3-year rabies shot is only offered in states that allow it.
Picking the right dog package
- A home-body dog that never boards or visits a groomer is usually covered by Four Paws
- A dog that boards, goes to daycare or sees a groomer needs bordetella, so Wild Paws fits
- A dog that hikes, swims or meets wildlife does better with lepto, the other Wild Paws choice
- A social dog in a tick-heavy area gets the most from Pampered Paws, with flu or Lyme added
Prices change, so check ShotVet’s clinic finder for the current menu at your nearest event. Packages can be bought ahead online or at the clinic.
The heartworm test in every adult package matters more than it looks. Dogs should test negative before starting heartworm prevention, and the test alone often costs $35 or more at a regular vet.
Cat packages
Cats get PureVax vaccines, which are non-adjuvanted, in an indoor package and an outdoor package that adds feline leukemia. ShotVet also sells a kitten series, priced round by round.
Even indoor cats should be current on FVRCP and rabies. PetsHotel requires both before a cat can board.
What Each Vaccine Protects Against
Vets split vaccines into core shots every pet needs and lifestyle shots that depend on where your pet goes. This table covers the ones you’ll see on ShotVet and Banfield menus.
| Vaccine | Protects against | Who needs it |
|---|---|---|
| Rabies | Rabies, which is fatal and spreads to people | Every dog and cat, and it’s required by law |
| DA2PP (also DHPP) | Distemper, adenovirus, parainfluenza and parvovirus | Every dog |
| Bordetella | Kennel cough | Dogs that board, groom, go to daycare or dog parks |
| Leptospirosis | A bacterial infection spread through water and wildlife urine | Dogs that hike, swim or meet wildlife |
| Lyme | Lyme disease from ticks | Dogs in tick-heavy areas |
| Canine influenza | Dog flu | Social dogs, especially boarders |
| FVRCP | Feline rhinotracheitis, calicivirus and panleukopenia | Every cat, indoor cats included |
| FeLV | Feline leukemia virus | Kittens, outdoor cats and multi-cat homes |
Leptospirosis is worth a second look because people can catch it too. PetSmart doesn’t require it for boarding, but it strongly recommends it, along with canine flu.
Your vet can tell you which lifestyle shots your pet actually needs. There’s no benefit in paying for Lyme protection in an area with few ticks.
How Often Boosters Are Due
After the first series, most vaccines need boosters on a set schedule. These are typical intervals, though your vet and local law have the final say.
| Vaccine | Typical booster |
|---|---|
| Rabies | Every 1 or 3 years, depending on the vaccine and state law |
| DA2PP | One year after the puppy series, then usually every 3 years |
| Bordetella | Every 6 to 12 months, and PetSmart wants it within 12 months |
| Leptospirosis, Lyme and canine flu | Every year |
| FVRCP | One year after the kitten series, then every 1 to 3 years |
Set a reminder for each due date. A lapsed rabies or bordetella shot is a common reason a pet gets turned away at a grooming or boarding check-in.
Rabies tags and licensing
Most states require dogs, and often cats, to stay current on rabies by law. Many cities and counties also tie their pet license to a valid rabies certificate.
Keep the certificate, not just the metal tag. Grooming salons and PetsHotel ask for the paper record, and the tag alone won’t do.
What skipping shots can cost
Parvovirus and distemper are serious, and treating parvo in a puppy can run into thousands of dollars. A full puppy series costs a fraction of one hospital stay.
Older pets need boosters too. Their immune systems weaken with age, so staying current matters more, not less, for seniors.
Puppy Series Costs Less as a Bundle
Puppies need a series of boosters every few weeks until about 16 weeks old. Buying each round separately at ShotVet’s listed prices adds up to $343.
| Round | Usual age | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Puppy A | 8–10 weeks | $85 |
| Puppy B | 12–14 weeks | $114 |
| Puppy C | 16–18 weeks | $144 |
Puppy Club covers the same three rounds for $209, which saves about $134. Kittens follow a similar round-by-round series, so ask about a bundle there too.
Kittens usually start their FVRCP series at six to eight weeks, with boosters every three to four weeks until about 16 weeks. Most vets also recommend feline leukemia protection during the kitten year.
Spaying or neutering usually comes up around the same age. See our guide to PetSmart spay and neuter costs for what that adds.
Finding a ShotVet Clinic Date
ShotVet clinics are pop-up events, not daily services, and not every PetSmart hosts them. Search ShotVet’s clinic finder by ZIP code to see the next date at stores near you.
Most dates fall on weekends, which saves taking time off work. The finder’s Save-A-Spot button lets you claim a place in line before you arrive.
Clinics run inside the store during the event window. Check PetSmart store hours so you know when your location opens.
What to Bring to a Pop-Up Clinic
- Your pet’s previous vaccine records, especially for a 3-year rabies shot
- A leash for dogs and a carrier for cats
- A list of any medicines your pet takes
- Patience, since popular clinics can have a line in the first hour
Pop-up clinics are for healthy pets only. If your pet is coughing, limping or off its food, book a full vet exam instead.
Vaccinating a nervous pet
A busy store can overwhelm an anxious dog or cat. Arriving early, before the line builds, keeps the wait short and the noise down.
Bring high-value treats and keep cats in a covered carrier until it’s their turn. If your pet struggles with handling, a quiet appointment at Banfield or your own vet may go better than a pop-up event.
After the shots
Mild soreness, a small lump at the injection site or a sleepy day are normal reactions. They usually pass within a day or two.
Facial swelling, hives, vomiting or trouble breathing are not normal. Call a vet or an emergency clinic right away if you see any of them.
Keep the paperwork you’re given. Grooming, boarding and training at PetSmart all ask for proof of vaccines.
Banfield Wellness Plans
Banfield works differently. Instead of paying per shot, you pay a monthly or yearly plan that covers exams, recommended vaccines and diagnostic tests.
Banfield’s site lists plans starting around $26.95 a month, with fuller plans passing $100. There’s no upfront enrollment fee, and every plan includes unlimited office visits.
Dog plans come in tiers, and Active Care Plus adds a dental cleaning and more testing. Banfield claims an average saving of at least 30% if you use everything the plan covers.
A wellness plan is not pet insurance. It covers routine care, not accidents or major illness, though Banfield accepts most insurance alongside a plan.
Unlimited office visits are the real draw for pets that see the vet often. A plan member skips the exam fee on sick visits too, and gets Banfield’s Pet Chat for questions between visits.
Banfield works by appointment rather than walk-in, so book ahead. Its hospital finder shows each location’s hours and phone number.
New pets can get a free first office visit through a Banfield coupon offered to PetSmart shoppers. For plan tiers and services, see our full guide to Banfield at PetSmart.
Vaccines PetSmart Services Require
If you’re vaccinating before grooming or boarding, match the shots to the service. Every vaccine must be given at least one hour before check-in.
The salon needs paper proof of rabies, though puppies and kittens from 8 to 15 weeks can be groomed without it. Our guides to PetSmart grooming prices and PetSmart boarding prices cover the rest of each service’s rules.
Doggie Day Camp follows the same rules as PetsHotel. See Doggie Day Camp prices and schedules if your dog goes to daycare.
Clinic or Your Regular Vet
A pop-up clinic saves money mainly because there’s no exam fee. On a single booster, that difference is often bigger than the price of the shot itself.
| ShotVet clinic | Regular vet visit | |
|---|---|---|
| Exam fee | None | Usually charged |
| Booking | Walk in, or Save-A-Spot online | Appointment |
| Days | Mostly weekends, at set dates | Clinic hours |
| Treats illness or injury | No | Yes |
| Records for grooming and boarding | Accepted | Accepted |
The trade-off is scope. A clinic vet gives shots to healthy animals, but won’t diagnose a limp, treat an ear infection or catch the problems a yearly exam can find.
A sensible mix for many owners is a yearly exam with a regular vet or Banfield, plus ShotVet for boosters in between. Senior pets and pets with health problems are better off with one vet who knows their history.
Vaccines before travel
Flying with a pet usually needs a health certificate signed after a full vet exam, often within days of the trip. A pop-up shot clinic isn’t set up for that, so book a regular vet or Banfield.
Check your airline and destination rules early. Some states and countries want specific vaccines or a rabies record of a certain age.
Other Ways to Save on Vet Care at PetSmart
- Banfield’s free first office visit for new pets, through its PetSmart coupon
- 10% off Healthy Paws pet insurance for Treats Rewards members, in select states
- 50% off a first Autoship order from The Pharmacy at PetSmart with code PVSRX50
- Low-cost clinics funded by PetSmart Charities, for owners on a tight budget
Pet insurance and wellness plans solve different problems. Our guide to PetSmart pet insurance plans explains where each one fits.
Microchipping is another quick add-on when your pet is already being seen. See PetSmart microchip costs for current prices.
Steps to Get Your Pet Vaccinated
- Check your pet’s records to see which shots are due
- Decide between a ShotVet clinic and a Banfield visit
- Find the next ShotVet date by ZIP code, or book a Banfield appointment
- Bring records, a leash or carrier, and any medicine list
- Keep the new certificate for grooming, boarding and travel
Before you go, check the latest PetSmart coupons and deals. Treats Rewards offers sometimes cover vet care and preventive medicine.
Quick Answers About PetSmart Vaccines
Do PetSmart vaccine clinics take walk-ins?
Yes, ShotVet clinics are walk-in events. Save-A-Spot holds your place in line, but it isn’t a fixed appointment.
Who runs the vaccine clinics at PetSmart?
ShotVet runs the pop-up clinics, while Banfield and other independent hospitals provide full vet care inside some stores. PetSmart itself doesn’t employ vets.
How much is a rabies shot at PetSmart?
A rabies shot comes inside every ShotVet adult dog package, starting at $143 for Four Paws. Single-shot prices are confirmed at the clinic, so check ShotVet’s menu before you go.
Does Banfield charge an enrollment fee?
No, Banfield says there’s no upfront enrollment fee for its Optimum Wellness Plans. You pay the plan price monthly or yearly.
What days are ShotVet clinics held?
Most ShotVet events at PetSmart fall on Saturdays and Sundays, at set times for each store. The clinic finder lists the next date for every location near you.
Does ShotVet vaccinate cats?
Yes, ShotVet clinics vaccinate cats as well as dogs, with core shots like rabies and FVRCP. Bring your cat in a secure carrier, and ask the clinic vet which package fits an indoor cat versus one that goes outside.
Do I need an appointment at Banfield?
Yes, Banfield books appointments rather than taking walk-ins. You can book online or call the hospital inside your store.
Are clinic vaccines as good as a vet’s?
The vaccines are the same products, given by licensed veterinarians. What you give up is the full exam, not the quality of the shot.
Can I use clinic records for boarding?
Yes, PetSmart accepts written proof from any licensed vet, including ShotVet and Banfield. Just make sure the shots were given at least an hour before check-in.
