Erie County announces free rabies vaccine clinics for dogs, cats and ferrets this fall

Erie County will host two free rabies vaccine clinics in September, inviting pet owners to take advantage of this public health service to protect dogs, cats and ferrets from this 100% fatal disease.

Saturday, September 20, 2025, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Erie Community College - South Campus
4041 Southwestern Blvd., Building 7, Orchard Park

Saturday, September 27, 2025, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Erie County Training and Emergency Operations Center
3359 Broadway, near Union, Cheektowaga

Registration for these drive-through sites is available at erie.gov/rabiesvaccineand appointments are required. Up to three pets will be accepted per appointment. Individuals who are unable to access online registration may call (716) 961-6800 during business hours to schedule an appointment.

Dogs, cats and ferrets three months of age and older are eligible for a vaccination. Pet owners are asked to bring proof of their pet's vaccination with them to the event in order to receive a three-year vaccination certificate; otherwise, a one-year certificate will be given.

Dogs must be secured with a collar & leash or restrained in a carrier; cats and ferrets must be restrained in a secure carrier. Please do not use retractable or extended leashes.

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Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH), Rabies: https://http://www.erie.gov/rabiesvaccine

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