Custom Pet Medications in Kamloops
Kipp-Mallery Pharmacy provides veterinary compounding services at all three of our Kamloops locations, supporting local veterinarians and pet owners with customized medication solutions when standard options fall short.
Sometimes, commercially available medications just are not the right fit. A pet may need a different dosage, a gentler formulation, or an alternative delivery method that is easier to administer at home. That is where veterinary compounding comes in. Our team works closely with veterinarians to prepare medications that are tailored to the specific needs of each animal.
As a long-standing community pharmacy, we understand how much pets mean to their families. Whether you are caring for a senior dog, a cat with sensitivities, or an animal that struggles with traditional medications, our goal is to make treatment simpler, safer, and less stressful for everyone involved.
Custom Solutions
Made Just For Your Pets
Kipp-Mallery Pharmacy offers customized alternatives tailored to your pet’s specific needs. Our specially trained compounding team prepares medications in the appropriate strength, form, and flavour to support better compliance and comfort. This may include adjusting dosages for size and species, creating alternative dosage forms, or preparing medications without certain ingredients when sensitivities are a concern.
Every compounded prescription is prepared with care, precision, and close collaboration with your veterinarian. It is a personalized approach to pet care that reflects our commitment to the health of the animals in our community and the people who love them.
Where Can I Get Compounded Medication for My Pet in Kamloops?
All Three Kipp-Mallery Locations Offer Veterinary Compounding:
Downtown Kamloops
273 Victoria Street
250-372-2531 | Fax: 250-372-1736
Dallas
102-5170 Dallas Drive
778-469-5271 | Fax: 778-469-5274
Landmark
207-755 McGill Road
236-425-0025 | Fax: 236-425-0040
We compound medications for dogs, cats, horses, birds, and exotic pets.
Common Veterinary Compounding Needs We Support
Rather than focusing on specific medications, our veterinary compounding services are designed to support common treatment challenges across species.
For Cats
- Customized thyroid-support formulations in easy-to-administer forms
- Pain management solutions prepared in cat-friendly dosage forms
- Anxiety and behavioural support in veterinarian-directed strengths
- Dermatological preparations for skin and coat concerns
For Dogs
- Pain and mobility support prepared in pet-friendly formats
- Anxiety and behavioural support in customized doses
- Arthritis and inflammation support with adjusted strengths
- Medicated topical preparations for skin conditions
For All Pets
- Alternatives for medications that are no longer commercially available
- Custom strengths for very small or very large animals
- Allergen-conscious formulations when sensitivities are a concern
- Combination medications to reduce the number of doses required
This approach allows veterinarians to prescribe more precisely and helps pet owners administer medications more easily at home.
Available Compounded Forms
To improve comfort, compliance, and ease of use, veterinary medications can be prepared in a variety of forms, depending on the animal’s needs and the veterinarian’s instructions.
- Transdermal gels
Absorbed through the skin and often preferred for cats - Flavoured liquids
Prepared with pet-friendly flavours to support easier dosing - Chewable treats
Designed to feel more like a reward than a medication
- Capsules
Custom strengths tailored to the animal’s size and species - Suspensions
Liquid preparations that allow for flexible dosing - Topical creams
Applied directly to the skin for localized concerns
Why Veterinary Compounding?
Veterinary compounding can be helpful when standard products are not the right fit.
- Pets that are difficult to medicate or refuse tablets
- Commercial strengths that are too high or too low
- Sensitivities to certain ingredients or fillers
- Medications that are no longer available in Canada
- Situations where alternative dosage forms reduce stress for pets and owners
Compounding provides veterinarians with more options and gives pet owners a more manageable way to support their animal’s care.
How to Get Started
1. Talk with your veterinarian about whether a compounded medication may be appropriate
2. Prescription is provided by your veterinarian and sent to any Kipp-Mallery location or brought in by you
3. We provide a quote so you understand the cost before preparation begins
4. Pickup or delivery is arranged, with most compounds ready within 24-48 hours
Contact Any Location
Downtown Kamloops
250-372-2531
Dallas
778-469-5271
Landmark
236-425-0025
FAQs
Which Kamloops pharmacy does veterinary compounding?
Kipp-Mallery Pharmacy specializes in veterinary compounding at all three Kamloops locations. We create customized medications for dogs, cats, horses, birds, and exotic pets in forms they’ll actually take – flavored liquids, transdermal gels, and chewable treats.
Where can I get compounded medication for my pet in Kamloops?
Kipp-Mallery offers veterinary compounding at Downtown (273 Victoria St), Dallas (5170 Dallas Dr), and Landmark (755 McGill Rd) locations in Kamloops. Call any location or have your veterinarian fax the prescription directly to us.
Which Kamloops pharmacies compound medication for cats?
Kipp-Mallery specializes in feline compounding at all three Kamloops locations. We create transdermal gels that absorb through your cat’s skin and tuna-flavored liquids – perfect for thyroid medication (methimazole), pain management, and anxiety medications. No more wrestling your cat to take pills.
Can I get flavored medication for my dog in Kamloops?
Yes! Kipp-Mallery compounds dog medications in beef, chicken, fish, and liver flavors. We can create chewable treats or flavored liquids that your dog will actually want to take, dramatically improving medication compliance.
How much does veterinary compounding cost in Kamloops?
Veterinary compounding costs at Kipp-Mallery vary based on medication and form. Cost for the compound will be dependent on the drug(s) and the type of compound your animal requires. We provide a quote when your veterinarian sends the prescription before we make it. Some pet insurance plans may cover compounded medications (would have to manually submit the receipt).
Do I need a vet prescription for compounded pet medication in Kamloops?
Yes, all compounded pet medications require a prescription from a licensed veterinarian. Your vet can fax the prescription to any Kipp-Mallery location (fax numbers above) or you can bring it in person.
