VAN ETTEN, N.Y. (WENY) -- The Chemung County Health Department, in partnership with the Town of Van Etten, is hosting a free rabies vaccination clinic on Thursday, October 2. It's open to all New York State residents.
The clinic will take place from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Banfield Square Park in Van Etten.
Cats, dogs, and ferrets three months of age or older are eligible for vaccination, but they must be leashed or in a carrier and under the control of an adult.
Pre-registration is required through the county’s website linked here . Pet owners are also reminded to bring proof of previous rabies vaccinations, which can qualify their animals for a three-year certificate.
The Chemung County Health Department notes that New York State law requires all cats, dogs, and ferrets four mon