One way pet owners in Levittown and across Long Island can protect their pets is by having them vaccinated against the rabies virus, and there will be several opportunities this month.
Vaccination can not only save a pet's life if it comes into contact with a rabid animal, but is also required by law in New York State. To help pet owners out, the Nassau County Department of Health, the Long Island Veterinary Medical Association, Towns of North Hempstead and Oyster Bay, and Edward P. Mangano, the Nassau County Executive, are partnering up to provide free rabies vaccines to cats, dogs, and ferrets.
The vaccinations are available to all residents of Nassau County and will be available on two upcoming dates.
The first clinic will take place this Sunday, September 17, at the Town of Oyster Bay Animal Shelter. The vaccination shots will be administered from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. The second clinic is scheduled for October 5 at the ‘Yes We Can’ Community Center, in New Cassel. This will be open from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm.
Towns and veterinarians can use postcard printing to send reminders to pet owners in the area and to let them know about the free clinics. Vaccinations should be a top concern for pet owners on Long Island, as a rabid raccoon was recently found in Hicksville. Vaccinated pets who come into contact with a rabid animal simply need a booster shot after the exposure, while unvaccinated pets need to be quarantined for several months.
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