PetSmart Veterinary Services Norwalk

Yes, PetSmart Veterinary Services hospitals are located inside select PetSmart stores. These clinics provide comprehensive care for pets ranging from wellness checks to vaccines and select hospitals offer urgent care treatment including infections, coughing, or vomiting. Contact your local PetSmart to confirm the availability of specific services.

PetSmart Veterinary Services hospitals provide a variety of vaccines for both dogs and cats, including vaccines for rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and more. However, services may vary by location, so it’s best to contact your local PetSmart to confirm their current offerings. Please note some PetSmart Veterinary Services urgent care locations don’t offer vaccinations.

In general, dog vaccines can be divided into two categories: core vaccines and non-core vaccines.

Core vaccines are those that every dog should receive, regardless of lifestyle or location. These include:

• Rabies: Required by law in most areas due to its potential to infect humans.
• Distemper: Protects against a highly contagious and often deadly disease.

• Parvovirus: Protects against a very serious, highly contagious viral illness.
• Adenovirus (Hepatitis): Protects against a virus that causes liver disease.

Non-core vaccines are administered depending on the dog’s exposure risk. These may include vaccines for diseases such as:

• Bordetella Bronchiseptica (kennel cough)
• Borrelia Burgdorferi (Lyme disease)

• Leptospira bacteria (Leptospirosis)
• Canine influenza (Dog Flu)
• Parainfluenza
• Canine Coronavirus

The frequency of vaccinations can also depend on several factors such as the dog’s age, medical history, lifestyle, and habits. Puppies typically receive a series of vaccines starting at 6-8 weeks of age and continuing every 2-4 weeks until they are at least 16 weeks old. Adult dogs might receive certain vaccines annually, while others might be given every 3 years or longer. Always consult with a veterinarian about the best vaccination schedule for your specific dog, as they can provide the most personalized and accurate advice.

For additional details about dog vaccine schedules, please review our Puppy Vaccine Guide or this puppy vaccine short from Dr. Hodges, DVM, of PetSmart Veterinary Services.

• Grooming: To maintain a safe, comfortable environment, we require all pets to be current on their rabies vaccinations and to wait at least 48 hours after any vaccinations before checking in. Proof of rabies vaccination in the form of paperwork is required. The waiting period helps to ensure your pet isn’t sore at the injection site, which can cause irritability or lethargy. This waiting period also is to prevent stressing a pet who may be experiencing an unexpected allergic reaction from a vaccine/vaccination. Puppies and kittens between 8 weeks and 4 months of age (3 months in Indiana) may receive services in the salon without vaccinations. In New York City, 6-month Bordetella and DHPP with Adenovirus are also required. In Iowa, DPP with Adenovirus is required. In Connecticut, proof of town license is required. Please note: All pets must be in good health prior to receiving any grooming services.
• PetsHotel & Doggie Day Camp: Vaccinations must be administered at least 48 hours prior to arrival under the guidance of a licensed veterinarian. However, we prefer vaccinations be administered 10-14 days before check-in to ensure maximum efficiency. Written proof is required. You must also show proof of your pet meeting state and local pet boarding vaccination requirements. Please check with your local PetSmart to verify/confirm your local requirements. For cat PetsHotel guests to stay, we also require FVRCP.
  • DPP with Adenovirus (Distemper, Parvovirus & Parainfluenza) 1 or 3-yr. vaccine required
  • Bordetella Required every 6 months (or as required under the applicable law of your jurisdiction or residence) and at least 48 hours prior to check-in to ensure maximum efficiency and protection against Kennel Cough. Please note that many veterinarians administer this vaccine only by request.
  • FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus & Panleukopenia) (for cats) 1 or 3-yr. vaccine required
  • Rabies 1 or 3-yr. vaccine required
  • Canine Influenza (for dogs) Not required, but highly recommended to help protect against the Canine Influenza respiratory illness. Consult your veterinarian.
  • Leptospirosis Not required, but highly recommended to help protect against the Leptospirosis infection. Consult your veterinarian.

Fleas & Ticks In addition to vaccinations, all pets should be flea and tick free. Overnight and Day Camp guests with signs of fleas and/or ticks will not be permitted to check-in at PetsHotel.

To find the closest PetSmart location with PetSmart Veterinary Services hospitals, you can follow these steps:

1. Visit the PetSmart store locator at: https://pvshospitals.com/find-a-hospital
2. Enter your city, state, or zip code in the search box and press enter.
3. Check the box for “Veterinary” to review the list of nearby  stores that have PetSmart Veterinary Services present at that location.

Please remember to call ahead and confirm the services at any specific PetSmart location. Some stores might have different amenities and services.

To make an appointment at a PetSmart Veterinary Services hospital or urgent care please visit PetSmart Veterinary Services clinic locator to find the location nearest to you. You may call the location directly or book your appointment online. Same-day appointments may be available, and walk-ins may be seen if time permits.

Yes, select PetSmart Veterinary Services locations do offer exotic pet care. This may include:

1. Physical exams and diagnostic tests for birds
2. Treatment for fish including rapid gill movement
3. Small pet or mammal care for rabbits, sugar gliders, and more
4. Treatment for pet reptiles and amphibians, including diagnosing infections and treating fungal diseases

Remember to contact your local PetSmart Veterinary Services location directly to confirm the availability of services ahead of time.