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Our Services

Eläinklinikka Saari offers a comprehensive range of small-animal veterinary services in Vaasa. We have been operating in Dragnäsbäck since 1989, and our team includes five veterinarians and eight veterinary nurses. We serve in English, Finnish and Swedish. Below you'll find all 26 of our services — click any service to learn more.

Examinations and Check-ups

  • Puppy Check-up — puppy and kitten check-up, microchip, vaccination programme and deworming.
  • Senior Check-up — senior pet check-up €299 — vet visit, blood sampling and full IDEXX panel in one price.
  • Official Examinations — official hip, elbow, patella and cardiac screenings — Finnish Kennel Club approved.

Vaccinations and Travel

  • Vaccinations — puppy vaccination programme, booster shots and rabies.
  • EU Pet Passport — EU pet passport, rabies vaccination, titre testing and health certificates.

Dental Care

  • Dental Care — scaling, dental X-rays and extractions. All procedures under general anaesthesia.

Internal Medicine and Specialty Care

Surgery and Anaesthesia

  • Surgery — soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, TTA and lateral suture.
  • Orthopaedics — cruciate ligament repair (TTA, lateral suture), fracture surgery and amputations.
  • Spaying — spaying for female dogs, cats and rabbits under inhalation anaesthesia.
  • Castration — castration for male dogs, cats and rabbits, including chemical castration with Suprelorin implant.
  • Anaesthesia — inhalation anaesthesia, continuous monitoring and balanced protocol.

Diagnostics and Imaging

  • X-ray — digital X-ray and dental radiography — high-quality images, rapid results.
  • Ultrasound — abdominal and cardiac ultrasound plus pregnancy scanning.
  • Cardiac Examinations — cardiac ultrasound, ECG and Holter — official breeding screenings.
  • Endoscopy — gastroscopy, video otoscopy, rhinoscopy, cystoscopy and bronchoscopy.
  • Laboratory — in-house lab: blood tests, urinalysis, cytology and hormones.
  • Blood Tests — haematology, clinical chemistry, hormones and urine cultures — results during your visit.
  • Pregnancy Examination — ultrasound, X-ray and fetal monitoring — C-section planning.

Wellness and Rehabilitation

  • Acupuncture — pain relief, musculoskeletal conditions and neurological symptoms.
  • Rehabilitation — mobility analysis, massage, electrotherapy and post-surgical rehab.
  • Prescription Diets — Royal Canin, Specific and Hill's — joint disease, kidney, allergies and weight management.
  • Hygiene — UV disinfection, surface disinfection and ISFM cat-friendly standards.

Final Farewell

Not sure which service is right for your pet? Give us a call — we'll happily help you choose.

Book an Appointment

Call us or book online.

📍 Gerbyntie 18, 65230 Vaasa  ·  🕐 Mon–Fri 7:45–17:00

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Frequently asked questions

What services does Eläinklinikka Saari offer?

Our services include vaccinations, dental care, surgery (orthopaedic and soft-tissue), cardiac examinations and ultrasound, endoscopy, dermatology, internal medicine, and EU pet passports.

Do you perform surgery and dental care?

Yes. We perform both orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery, and provide dental care with digital dental X-ray.

Do you do cardiac examinations and ultrasound?

Yes. We perform cardiac ultrasound examinations, and our clinic has a heart examiner authorised by the Finnish Kennel Club (Leena Sandström).

How much does a vet visit cost?

A consultation costs 45 € (under 15 min) or 80 € (under 30 min). Procedures and examinations are priced separately — see the price list.

Do I need a referral, or can I book directly?

No referral is needed. You can book directly online or by calling the clinic.

Is the clinic cat-friendly?

Yes. We are an officially Cat Friendly certified clinic and accommodate cats' special needs with calm, gentle handling.