Members of the public have a chance to save money on pet costs. Low-cost shots are becoming available through a couple of Vaccine and Microchip Clinics.
The Prince William Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and Crossroads Animal Care Center (ACC) in Lake Ridge are running the events.
They will occur from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on these days and locations, according to a release from the PWSPCA:
- November 6 at the McCoart Administration Building parking lot
- 1 County Complex Court in Woodbridge
- November 13 at the Ferlazzo Building parking lot
- 15941 Donald Curtis Drive in Woodbridge
The deadly disease rabies can be passed on through animal bites, according to Crossroads ACC Lead Veterinarian Dustine Reppuhn.
“By vaccinating our pets, we not only protect our furry friends, but we protect ourselves, our family and others,” Reppuhn explained in a release. “Pairing a rabies vaccine with a microchip is a win-win for the pet and the family. Sometimes, the unforeseen happens and our pets do get lost. Nothing brightens my day more than reuniting a pet back with its family. Microchipping is easy to do, and it does work.”
At the upcoming clinics, it will cost $1 for pets at least 12 weeks old to get a rabies vaccine. Owners should bring vaccination records.
The FVRCP Vaccine for cats and DHPP Vaccine for dogs are $3 each. A microchip is going to be $5.
Cash is the preferred payment method. The organizers are also accepting credit cards, but a surcharge will be applied for expenses that are under $10.
Those participating in the Vaccine and Microchip Clinics are required to keep their dogs on a leash or cats in a carrier. Bringing water during the wait is recommended.
“We are thrilled to be back out in the community providing low-cost companion animal care, particularly during these difficult economic times,” Prince William SPCA President Melissa Korzuch explained in a release. “In July, we hosted two very successful clinics and are following up with additional dates due to the demand. We encourage everyone to come out and join us to take advantage of this opportunity to improve companion animal health, protection, and safety.”
In addition to setting up clinics, the Prince William SPCA sponsors microchips that are provided to pets from the Prince William County Animal Shelter. These microchips, as of last month, had gone to 16,700 pets.
