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Travel rabies vaccine · 4.9 stars from 202 Google reviews

Rabies vaccine in Calgary for travel

If you'll be around animals where rabies is a risk, the rabies vaccine for travel is 3 doses given over 3 to 4 weeks, so it needs planning. Wessam Sakr, the pharmacist who owns Edgemont Family Pharmacy, gives it here in NW Calgary.

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Who the rabies vaccine is for

MyHealth Alberta says you may benefit from it if:

  • You travel to an area with a high risk of rabies

    The pharmacist looks at where you're going and what you'll be doing.

  • You volunteer with animals

    Wherever you'll be doing it.

  • Your hobbies carry a risk

    Such as caving.

  • Your work involves animals

    Some workers, such as vets and animal shelter staff, may get it free through work or public health. Ask your workplace health and safety department first.

Doses and timing for travel

Doses
3For work, travel or other activities.
Schedule
Over 3 to 4 weeksBook early enough to finish before you leave.
Protection
Almost 100% of peopleAfter the recommended doses.
After a bite later on
You still need careIf you've had the vaccine before, you'll get 2 more doses after a bite.

Talk to the pharmacist first if

  • You have an allergy to any part of the vaccine

    Tell us about every allergy you have.

  • You had a serious or unusual reaction before

    To this vaccine, or to one like it.

What the days after feel like

Side effects tend to be mild and go away in a few days. Common ones include a sore or red arm, feeling tired or unwell, a headache, dizziness, a fever, aches or an upset stomach.

You'll wait in the pharmacy for 15 minutes after each dose, in case of a rare allergic reaction.

Who gives your vaccine

Wessam Sakr, BScPharm, RPh, pharmacist and owner of Edgemont Family Pharmacy

Wessam Sakr, BScPharm, RPh

Certified Bariatric Educator, Obesity CanadaCertified Diabetes Educator, Diabetes CanadaOver nine years of patient care

Wessam owns the pharmacy and works in it. He's the pharmacist you'll see for all 3 doses.

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What travellers say

Rated 4.9 from 202 Google reviews (November 2026). Reviewers often call Wessam "Sam". These are about travel visits here, not the rabies vaccine in particular.

  • Hilltop Ladies · March 2026

    Sam was very helpful guiding us through what vaccines and medications we needed for our trip to Africa. Pleasant experience overall

  • alton Rego · July 2025

    Had a great experience at Edgemont Family Pharmacy when I had to get some vaccine shots for an upcoming trip to Africa. Wessam was extremely helpful and provided an excellent service! Will definitely be going back🙂

  • Paulina Morrissey · August 2026

    I went for travel vaccines. Sam was very professional and friendly. He explained everything well and was able to answer additional questions.

Common questions

Do I need a rabies vaccine for travel?

It depends on where you're going and what you'll be doing. MyHealth Alberta says you may benefit from it if you're travelling to an area with a high risk of rabies. Book a travel consult and we'll go through your trip.

How many rabies shots do you need before travel?

3 doses, given over 3 to 4 weeks.

Is the rabies vaccine free in Alberta?

Not for travel. Some workers, such as vets and animal shelter staff, may get it free. Ask your workplace health and safety department or a public health nurse.

I was bitten by an animal. Can I book here?

Call Health Link at 811 straight away instead. After a bite you need a different schedule, and Health Link will tell you where to go.

General information based on MyHealth Alberta's rabies vaccine page (current as of January 31, 2025). It doesn't replace advice from your own healthcare provider.

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