Vaccinate your pets at pop up Low Cost Rabies Vaccine Clinic
HAMILTON, ON - April 25, 2017 – City of Hamilton Public Health Services and Animal Services invite residents to attend a low cost rabies vaccine clinic on Saturday, April 29, 2017 from 9 am to 2 pm located at 345 Jones Road, Stoney Creek. Cats and dogs can be vaccinated against rabies for $25 each, cash only on a first come, first served basis.
Free HSR shuttle is available to and from the clinic location every hour beginning at 8:30 am at the corner of Hughson Street N. and King Street E. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed to ride the bus, cats must be in a carrier.
The low cost clinic is organized by City of Hamilton Public Health Services in response to raccoon rabies being established in the wild animal population in Hamilton. The City encourages pet owners to ensure their cats and dogs over three months of age are immunized against rabies, not just because it is the law, but because it protects the entire family from rabies.Additional services available for dogs and cats include cat registration, and the sale of dog licences for an additional fee.
The low cost clinic was made possible with the support of five local veterinarians, registered veterinary technician volunteers and various companies that have donated to the clinic.
Quick facts
- The total number of animals found positive for raccoon rabies in Hamilton from 2015 to date: 232
- Prevent a rabies exposure by avoiding contact with live or dead animals including raccoons, skunks, bats, as well as unknown dogs and cats. Do not feed, help, or relocate any wildlife or keep them as pets.
- Protect your pets, and prevent spread to people by vaccinating pets against rabies, and keep rabies vaccinations current for dogs and cats.
- Report animal bites and scratches to public health by calling 905-546-2489. Wash wounds with soap and water, and seek medical attention.
- Report sick, injured, or strange behaving wildlife to City of Hamilton Animal Services by calling 905-546-2489
Additional resources
“With the arrival of warmer weather the chances of encountering a raccoon, skunk or other wild animal is higher as both people and animals are more active outdoors. Offering low cost rabies vaccine clinics reduces financial barriers for residents enabling them to protect their pets and families from this deadly disease”
Dr. Julie Emili
Associate Medical Officer of Health
For questions or concerns about the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry Oral Rabies Vaccine baiting program please call 1-888-574-6656