Wicomico County Health Department Cancels Rabies Clinic

In anticipation for the potential of inclement weather, the Wicomico County Health Department is canceling its rabies clinic previously scheduled for Wednesday, May 9th at the Salisbury Moose Lodge. The next scheduled clinic will be held on Thursday, June 14th at the Delmar VFW from 5pm to 7pm. Please remember:

Pets must be brought by a responsible adult. Dogs must me secured on a leash. Cats must be in a carrier or box with air holes. Only dogs and cats will be vaccinated. Pet owners are encouraged to bring previous rabies vaccination records so that their animals may receive a 3 year vaccine. Otherwise, a 1 year vaccination will be given. $10 per animal. Cash only.

Maryland Law requires all dogs and cats older than four months to be currently vaccinated to protect them against rabies. The rabies virus is present in every county in Maryland and every year many pets in Maryland are needlessly euthanized due to exposure to suspected or confirmed rabid animals. Wicomico County Health Officials are urging residents to protect their pets and vaccinate them before it is too late. Rabies vaccine is the best way for pet owners to protect the pets they love.

Vaccination is a simple, easy process. Don’t hesitate to vaccinate. Only you can protect your family and pets from the deadly rabies virus. For more information, please call the Wicomico County Health Department, Environmental Health Division at 410 546-4446 or visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at http://www.cdc.gov/rabies/.

All animal bites or scratches should be reported to the Wicomico