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Mahoning County Public Health to offer rabies vaccination clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets

By Mahoning Matters staff
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Mahoning County Public Health will offer a rabies vaccination clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets from 1 to 3 p.m. Aug. 7 at Angels for Animals, 4750 W. South Range Road, Canfield.

Pets brought to the clinic must be on a leash or in a cage or pillowcase, a news release states. To receive a three-year booster shot, pet owners must show proof of a prior rabies vaccination on or after Aug. 7, 2021. Without proof of prior vaccination, the pet will receive only a one-year vaccination, the release states.

The cost is $8 per shot (cash only). No appointment is necessary.

A rabies shot is required for all dogs, cats and ferrets over age 3 months in Mahoning County, the release states.

To help protect against rabies, Mahoning County Public Health recommends the following guidelines:

  • Vaccinate your pets.

  • Maintain control of your pets to reduce their exposure to wildlife.

  • Spay or neuter to decrease the number of stray animals.

  • Avoid contact with wildlife and stray animals.

  • Wash any animal bite areas thoroughly and follow up with a doctor.