Erie County Legislator Joseph Lorigo encourages pet owners to attend an upcoming free rabies clinic for dogs, cats, and ferrets. Organized by the Erie County Department of Public Health, in partnership with the Niagara Frontier Veterinary Society and the SPCA, serving Erie County, the clinic is scheduled from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2012 at the West Seneca Highway Garage, 39 South Avenue, off Union near NYS 400, West Seneca.

“As a dog owner, I know how important it is to protect our pets. By ensuring our pets receive the appropriate vaccinations, we protect them and the community. Through this convenient clinic, dogs, cats and ferrets can receive the rabies vaccinations, for free. If your pet is in need of the rabies vaccination, please take advantage of this county outreach program,” said Legislator Lorigo.

The following requirements must be met in order to receive the rabies vaccination:

• Pets must be at least 3 months old.
• Proof of previous rabies vaccination must be provided to receive a three-year certificate; otherwise a one-year certificate will be issued.
• All dogs, cats and ferrets must be restrained using a leash and/or pet carrier.
• No person shall be allowed to have more than three (3) pets in line at one time.

For additional information, please call Legislator Lorigo at 858-8922 or e-mail, joseph.lorigo@erie.gov.