Brooklyn Square Salvation Army to Host Rabies Clinic 9/12

The Chautauqua County Health Department, The Salvation Army, and the Chautauqua County Humane Society are teaming up once again to offer a free rabies vaccination clinic for local pets. This important community service will take place on Saturday, September 12th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Salvation Army of Jamestown, located at 83 South Main Street.

Rabies prevention is one of the most essential responsibilities of pet ownership. New York State Public Health Law requires that all dogs, cats, and domesticated ferrets over four months of age be vaccinated against rabies, and clinics like this make it easy, accessible, and safe for families across the county to stay up to date.

Vaccinations are free of charge for dogs, cats, and domesticated ferrets three months of age and older, but pre‑registration is required. Spots are limited, and early registration ensures your pet can be seen. If you register but later find you cannot attend, organizers ask that you cancel your appointment through your confirmation email so another pet can take that spot.

To help the clinic run smoothly, pet owners should bring any previous rabies vaccination records. Dogs must arrive on a leash, and cats and ferrets must be in individual carriers. Trained handlers will safely transport animals to the veterinarian for vaccination.

Rabies is a serious and often fatal disease that affects warm‑blooded animals, including raccoons, bats, skunks, and foxes. The virus can be transmitted through bites, scratches, or contact with saliva, making vaccination the best line of defense for both pets and people.

CCHS is proud to support this clinic and encourages all county residents to take advantage of this free opportunity to protect their pets and their families.

👉 Click here to register: https://chautauquacountyny.gov/environmental-health/event/rabies-vaccination-clinic-salvation-army-9122026