Pickering Animal Services is hosting a low-cost Rabies Vaccination and Microchip Clinic, in partnership with the Durham Region Health Department and Millennium City Veterinary Hospital.
The clinic will take place on Saturday, May 4 from 11 am to 4 pm at the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (O’Brien Room), located at 1867 Valley Farm Road. Each service is $30, and while cash payments are preferred, alternative payment options will be available, said a city statement.
Vaccinating pets against rabies and using microchips are crucial steps to ensure their safety. The rabies vaccine prevents animals from contracting the disease if they encounter a rabid animal, and a microchip is a form of identification that carries a unique ID number and can serve as proof of ownership.
“As responsible pet owners, it’s our duty to create a safe environment for everyone in our community – both people and pets,” said Lindsey Narraway, Supervisor, Animal Services. “By keeping your pet’s vaccinations up-to-date and ensuring they’re microchipped, you not only protect their health, but ensure if your pet goes missing – there’s a greater chance you’ll be reunited.”
This is a drop-in clinic, and no registration is required. Attendees can park in the back near the arena entrance, and arrive with pets on a leash or in a carrier.
All dogs entering must comply with the City’s Responsible Pet Ownership By-law (6811/07) and Ontario’s Dog Owners Liability Act, which states that dogs who have characteristics similar to a Pit Bull must wear a muzzle.
Visit pickering.ca/rabies to learn more.
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