Keep Fleas, Ticks, and Heartworm Off Your To-Do List

You know your pet needs protection from fleas, ticks, and heartworm, but finding the time and budget to get to a full-service vet hospital can be tough. Between work, family, traffic, and anxious pets who hate the waiting room, routine preventive care often gets pushed back “just one more month.”

Good Neighbor Vet was created to make that easier. Instead of asking you to rearrange your life around a vet visit, we bring licensed veterinarians and essential preventive care directly into your neighborhood through short, convenient pop-up clinics across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.

Our 1.5-hour pop-up clinics focus on affordable, high-quality preventive services: wellness exams, vaccinations, flea, tick, and heartworm prevention, parasite control, microchipping, and more. If your pet ever needs advanced diagnostics or surgery, we partner with and refer to full-service veterinary clinics, so you always know where to go next.

Featured Focus: Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Prevention

Parasites are more than a nuisance. In the Pacific Northwest, fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes that transmit heartworm are active much of the year, which means dogs and cats can be at risk in every season. At Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinics, our licensed veterinarians provide tailored protection that fits your pet’s lifestyle and your budget.

Flea Prevention: Year-Round Itch Protection

Fleas can cause intense itching, skin infections, and allergic reactions. They can also carry tapeworms. Once they get into your home, they are difficult and time-consuming to eliminate. Prevention is far easier and more comfortable for your pet.

At our pop-up clinics, we offer:

• Veterinarian-recommended monthly flea prevention for dogs and cats
• Options for pets with sensitive skin or allergies
• Guidance on treating the home environment if you have an active infestation

During your visit, your veterinarian will perform a nose-to-tail wellness check, look for signs of fleas or flea dirt, and help you choose a product that fits your pet’s weight, age, and health status. If your pet has had reactions to certain preventives in the past, we will talk through safer alternatives.

Tick Prevention: Protecting Against Hidden Dangers

Ticks are more common than many pet parents realize, especially if you hike, camp, visit dog parks, or live near wooded or grassy areas. Ticks can transmit serious diseases to pets and people. Even indoor pets can be exposed if ticks hitch a ride on clothing or other animals.

Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinics provide:

• Combined flea and tick preventives for convenient monthly dosing
• Education on how to safely check your pet for ticks after outdoor adventures
• Support in choosing the right product for your pet’s age, breed, and activity level

If we find any ticks during your pet’s wellness exam, we remove them safely and discuss signs to watch for that might indicate tick-borne illness. For any concerning symptoms, we will recommend follow-up at a full-service veterinary clinic for additional testing.

Heartworm Prevention: Quiet Risk, Powerful Protection

Heartworm disease is spread by mosquitoes and can be life-threatening, particularly for dogs. It affects pets in many parts of the United States, including the Pacific Northwest. Treatment is expensive and can be risky, which is why consistent prevention is so important.

At Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinics, we offer:

• Heartworm testing for dogs to check current status
• Monthly heartworm prevention options, including products that also protect against other internal parasites
• Clear dosing instructions and reminders on how often to give preventives

Our veterinarians will review your pet’s history, discuss any missed doses, and recommend the right testing and prevention schedule. If your pet tests positive for heartworm, we will walk you through the next steps and refer you to a trusted full-service clinic for full diagnostic workup and treatment.

To learn more about how our team approaches screening for heartworm, visit our heartworm testing services page.

How Prevention Fits Into Your Pet’s Wellness Plan

Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention works best as part of a complete wellness plan. At every pop-up clinic, licensed veterinarians perform comprehensive nose-to-tail exams, checking your pet’s skin, coat, ears, eyes, heart, lungs, teeth, and more. That helps us catch early signs of problems and customize parasite prevention for your pet’s unique needs.

If your pet has a chronic condition, is a senior, or has complex medical needs, we may recommend ongoing care at a full-service veterinary clinic. Our role is to provide accessible, preventive care and then help you connect with the right resources if advanced diagnostics or treatment are needed.

For a deeper look at what happens during an exam, explore our pet wellness examinations information.

Why Pop-Up Clinic Care Works for Pets and People

Many pets find traditional veterinary hospitals stressful. New smells, other animals, and crowded waiting rooms can make even the calmest dog or cat nervous. Our pop-up model helps reduce anxiety because visits are short, lines move quickly, and locations are familiar community spaces like local retailers and neighborhood shops.

Pop-up clinics are also designed for busy schedules. With multiple locations across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, you can choose a time and place close to home, work, or your usual shopping route. Clinics run for 1.5 hours, so you can get in, get your pet’s preventive care, and get back to your day.

Because we focus on preventive services rather than advanced procedures, we can keep costs more affordable while still providing high-quality care with licensed veterinarians. If your pet needs urgent or emergency treatment that goes beyond our scope, we will guide you to immediate or emergency care options and full-service clinics that can help.

Find Us in Your Neighborhood This Week

Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinics are walk-in friendly. No appointment is needed. Simply arrive during the clinic window, check in with our team, and we will help you with wellness exams, vaccines, and parasite prevention, including flea, tick, and heartworm protection.

All clinics listed below are 1.5 hours long.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Eugene
  2200 W 6th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
  Date: July 10, 2026
  Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (local time)
  Convenient stop for Eugene pet parents to update flea, tick, and heartworm prevention while you shop at Coastal.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Albany
  1355 Goldfish Farm Rd SE, Albany, OR 97322
  Date: July 10, 2026
  Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (local time)
  Serving Albany and surrounding communities with quick, affordable preventive care.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Woodstock
  4315 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR 97206
  Date: July 11, 2026
  Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (local time)
  A great option for Southeast Portland families to protect pets before a weekend in the park or on the trails.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Orchards Sportsman's Warehouse
  11505 NE Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98662
  Date: July 11, 2026
  Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (local time)
  Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts in Vancouver who want their adventure buddies fully protected from parasites.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Pets On Broadway
  2762 NE Broadway St, Portland, OR 97232
  Date: July 11, 2026
  Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (local time)
  Central Portland stop where you can stock up on supplies and keep your pet’s parasite prevention up to date.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at For Pup Sake
  8606 E Mill Plain Blvd Ste D, Vancouver, WA 98664
  Date: July 11, 2026
  Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (local time)
  Convenient East Vancouver location focused on keeping local dogs and cats healthy and protected.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Healthy Hound
  1239 California Way, Longview, WA 98632
  Date: July 11, 2026
  Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (local time)
  Longview pet parents can swing by for fast wellness checks and year-round flea, tick, and heartworm protection.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Marysville
  9623 State Ave, Marysville, WA 98270
  Date: July 11, 2026
  Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (local time)
  Serving Marysville and nearby communities with accessible preventive care while you visit Coastal.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Port Orchard
  1353 Olney Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
  Date: July 12, 2026
  Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (local time)
  A convenient stop for South Kitsap pet families to stay ahead of parasites before summer adventures.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Oregon City (inside store on the right)
  1900 McLoughlin Blvd SE, Oregon City, OR 97045
  Date: July 12, 2026
  Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (local time)
  Easy in-and-out access for Oregon City pet owners looking for quick, affordable preventive care.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Hillsboro
  2075 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy, Hillsboro, OR 97123
  Date: July 12, 2026
  Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (local time)
  Westside Portland-area families can update vaccines and parasite prevention during a regular Bi-Mart run.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Gresham (inside store on right)
  2865 SE 242nd Dr, Gresham, OR 97030
  Date: July 12, 2026
  Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (local time)
  Serving Gresham and East Multnomah County with convenient preventive care in a familiar retail setting.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Beaverton
  4750 SW Western Ave, Beaverton, OR 97005
  Date: July 12, 2026
  Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (local time)
  A central stop for Beaverton pet parents who want reliable flea, tick, and heartworm prevention without a long wait.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location inside Coastal Auburn (inside store on the left)
  1425 Outlet Collection Way SW, Auburn, WA 98001
  Date: July 12, 2026
  Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (local time)
  Convenient to the Auburn and South King County area for quick preventive care while you shop.
• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Oregon City (inside store on the right)
  1900 McLoughlin Blvd SE, Oregon City, OR 97045
  Date: July 14, 2026
  Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (local time)
  A weekday option for Oregon City pet parents who prefer a quieter time for their pets.

No appointment needed – walk-ins welcome at all locations.

Get Ready for Your Pop-Up Visit

Preparing for a Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinic visit is simple. Bring your pet on a secure leash or in a carrier, along with any medical records or vaccination history you have. If you do not have records, we will still be able to help, and we will create a record for future visits.

If you have specific concerns, such as previous reactions to medications, chronic conditions, or recent illnesses, jot them down so you can review them with the veterinarian. For issues that require advanced diagnostics, hospitalization, or surgery, we will guide you to appropriate full-service or emergency clinics. You can also review our emergency care recommendations before you come, so you know what is best handled outside of a pop-up setting.

Protect Your Pet, On Your Schedule

Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention does not have to be complicated or expensive. With Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinics, you can keep your pet protected, stay on top of wellness care, and still fit everything into your busy life.

Check our website regularly for the most up-to-date pop-up schedule across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, or request more information through our appointment request and info page. You can also call (888) 234-1350 with questions about services offered at specific pop-up locations. We look forward to seeing you and your pet in the neighborhood soon.