Scratching, chewing, mysterious bites, or a sudden cough can turn into big worries for Houston pet parents. You want to keep your dog or cat safe from fleas, ticks, and heartworms, but regular vet visits can feel time-consuming and expensive, especially when your schedule is already packed.
Preventive care should not be a luxury. Flea and tick control, along with heartworm prevention, are some of the most important protections you can give your pet, yet many families delay them because of cost or convenience. That is exactly the problem CityVAX set out to solve.
CityVAX brings trusted, low-cost preventive veterinary care to neighborhoods across the greater Houston area through walk-in pop-up clinics. Hosted at familiar community spots like PetSuites, Pet Evolution, and Advance Auto Parts, our clinics make it easy to stop by, get your pet protected, and get back to your day.
Houston’s warm, humid climate is paradise for parasites. That means year-round protection is not just recommended; it is essential. At CityVAX pop-up clinics, our team focuses on practical, effective prevention options that fit real-life budgets.
Even indoor pets can pick up fleas from other animals, shared yards, or brief trips outside. A single flea can quickly turn into an infestation that affects your entire home. At CityVAX, we offer veterinary-grade flea prevention products tailored to your pet’s size, lifestyle, and health history.
Depending on your pet’s needs, our team can recommend:
Consistent flea prevention helps your pet avoid itching, skin infections, and allergic reactions. It also reduces the risk of flea-borne diseases and helps keep your home more comfortable for everyone.
Ticks are more than a nuisance. They can transmit serious illnesses that affect both pets and people. Even if your dog spends most of their time in your yard or at the dog park, they can still be exposed to ticks carried by wildlife or other pets.
At CityVAX pop-up clinics, we provide tick prevention options that often pair with flea control in a single product. Our team can help you choose:
We also take a moment to show you where ticks commonly hide on your pet’s body, such as around the ears, between the toes, and under the collar, so you can perform quick checks at home between doses.
Heartworm disease is a major concern in the Houston region because mosquitoes are active for much of the year. Heartworms are spread through mosquito bites and can cause life-threatening heart and lung damage in dogs and serious illness in cats. The good news is that heartworm disease is almost entirely preventable with consistent, veterinarian-recommended medication.
At CityVAX pop-up clinics, we offer:
We strongly recommend year-round heartworm prevention for both dogs and cats. For dogs that are old enough and have not been on consistent prevention, testing is important before starting or restarting certain medications. Our focused approach helps you get the answers you need quickly so you can keep your pet on track.
Parasite control works best alongside routine vaccinations and microchipping. While our featured focus here is flea, tick, and heartworm prevention, CityVAX clinics also provide affordable pet vaccinations, parasite control products for intestinal worms, and microchipping for permanent identification. For any medical issues or concerns beyond preventive care, we will refer you to a full-service veterinary clinic for further evaluation and treatment.
Traditional vet visits can require planning, time off work, and long waits in busy lobbies. For many families, that makes it harder to stay consistent with preventive care. CityVAX pop-up clinics are designed to remove those barriers.
Our walk-in model means you simply come during the posted clinic hours. No appointment is needed. Because we focus on preventive services like vaccinations, parasite prevention, heartworm testing, and microchipping, visits are typically faster and more streamlined than a full-service veterinary appointment. That focused scope helps keep costs down while still delivering high-quality care.
CityVAX clinics are hosted at familiar community venues around the Houston area, such as pet care centers, auto parts stores, and neighborhood shopping spots. Many pets feel more relaxed in these everyday environments compared to a traditional clinic setting. You can combine your visit with other errands and choose the location and time that fits your routine.
Ready to get your dog or cat protected from fleas, ticks, and heartworms? Here is where you can find CityVAX in the Houston area this week. All clinics are walk-in only. No appointment needed — walk-ins welcome!
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Pearland Location
PetSuites Pearland
3205 Kirby Dr.
Pearland, TX 77584
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Deer Park Location
Advance Auto Parts
3206 Center St.
Deer Park, TX 77536
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Richmond Location
Pet Evolution-Richmond
18321 W Airport Blvd Suite 207
Richmond, TX 77407
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Each pop-up clinic runs only during the time window listed for that location, so plan to arrive within those hours. Services are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
To help our team serve you quickly and safely, please bring:
If you are unsure which flea, tick, or heartworm prevention is right for your pet, our team can review your pet’s age, weight, and history with you at the clinic. For ongoing or complex medical conditions, we will recommend that you follow up with a full-service veterinarian for comprehensive care.
Protecting your pet from parasites does not have to mean rearranging your whole day. With CityVAX pop-up clinics in Pearland, Deer Park, Richmond, and throughout the greater Houston area, you can fit essential preventive care into your regular routine. Our mission is to make high-quality protection accessible, affordable, and convenient for every pet family.
Stop by one of this week’s locations to get your dog or cat started or updated on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention, along with other preventive services. For the most up-to-date list of dates, times, and locations across the region, visit our schedule and locations page. If you have questions about services offered at our pop-up clinics, you can reach our team at (832) 281-0559 or use our contact form before you visit.
