Pet Preventative Care
Our approach to veterinary care at our clinics emphasises prevention as the foundation of lifelong health for your pets, keeping them in their best shape through regular health checks, vaccinations, and flea and tick control.
What Is Preventative Care?
Preventative care is the routine care that keeps your pet healthy and helps avoid serious illness. It includes regular health checks, vaccinations, parasite prevention, microchipping, and health screenings to detect problems early. By staying on top of these essentials, your pet is less likely to suffer from preventable diseases and can enjoy a longer, healthier life.
At our clinics, we take preventative care seriously. Our experienced team uses modern diagnostic tools, up-to-date treatments, and compassionate handling to make every checkup thorough and stress-free. From tailored vaccination programs to year-round flea and tick control, we’re committed to giving your pets the highest quality protection, delivered with the respect and care they deserve.
What’s Included in Pet Preventative Care?
Preventative care is about more than just a quick check — it’s a comprehensive approach to your pet’s health that allows us to detect and address concerns before they become serious. Our preventative care services include:
- Pet Wellness Exams & Checkups: Thorough head-to-tail examinations to monitor overall health, catch problems early, and give you peace of mind.
- Pet Vaccinations: Core and lifestyle vaccinations tailored to your pet’s age, breed, and lifestyle to protect against common and preventable diseases.
- Pet Microchipping: Permanent identification to help reunite you with your pet quickly if they’re ever lost.
- Flea and Tick Control: Ongoing parasite prevention plans, including annual flea and tick injections, to keep your pets comfortable and safe.
- Heartworm Prevention & Intestinal Worming: Year-round protection against life-threatening parasites.
Serving pet owners across Cairns, Gordonvale, Manoora, Manunda, Mount Sheridan, Edmonton, and Smithfield, we’re here to provide compassionate, professional care you can trust.
Platinum Paws Club
At our clinics, preventative care is about more than just keeping your pet healthy today — it’s about protecting their well-being for life.
Staying up to date with vaccinations plays a vital role in this, which is why every annual vaccination with us includes a FREE 12-month membership to our Platinum Paws Club. This exclusive program rewards pet owners for prioritising their pet’s health with valuable discounts and ongoing support.
Platinum Paws Club Benefits:
Discounted Heartworm Preventative Injection
Free Single Dose of Intestinal Wormer (per year)
15% Discount on Food, Treats & Preventative Health Care
15% Discount on Microchipping & Early Desexing
Free Unlimited Weight & Dental Assessments
Two Free Nail Clips per year
50% Discount on Puppy Preschool
Joining the Platinum Paws Club couldn’t be easier — your pet becomes a member automatically when they receive their annual vaccination at Cairns Veterinary Clinic. It’s our way of helping you keep them healthy, happy, and thriving all year round.
Why Preventative Care Matters
Regular pet checkups and preventative treatments are essential for maintaining your pet’s long-term health. Preventable diseases such as parvovirus, heartworm, and tick-borne illnesses can cause serious illness — or worse — without proper protection. Routine exams also allow our veterinarians to detect early signs of health changes, when treatment is often easier, less costly, and more effective.
Preventative care supports a longer, healthier life for your pet, giving you more time together and fewer unexpected emergencies.
Our Expertise in Preventative Medicine
As the longest-established locally owned vet in Cairns, we’ve been providing trusted care since 1966. Our veterinarians and nurses are highly trained in preventative medicine and use modern diagnostic tools, digital radiography, and advanced equipment to provide thorough and effective care. Every appointment is guided by compassion, respect, and a genuine commitment to treating your pets like family.
FAQs About Pet Preventative Care
How often should my pet have a checkup?
We recommend a health check every six months, particularly for pets over six years of age, to ensure any health concerns are caught early.
When should my puppy or kitten be vaccinated?
Vaccinations start from 6–8 weeks of age, with a series of boosters required to provide full protection. Our vets will guide you through the right schedule for your pet.
Do I really need year-round flea and tick prevention?
Yes. In Cairns and surrounding areas, ticks and fleas are common year-round. Ongoing prevention is the safest way to keep your pet protected.