For Immediate Release:
April 3, 2014
County offers free rabies clinics
Residents can bring dogs and cats for vaccine
FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Health Department is offering free rabies clinics for pets of Monmouth County residents.
Monmouth County residents can bring their cats and dogs to the rabies clinics offered on five dates through June:
- Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to noon – Marlboro, Public Works Garage, Township Drive
- Saturday, May 3 from 9 to 11 a.m. – Neptune, Public Works Building, 2201 Heck Ave.
- Saturday, June 7 from noon to 2 p.m. – Asbury Park Firehouse, 800 Main St.
- Tuesday, June 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Englishtown, Public Works Building, 15 Main St.
- Thursday, June 12 from 6 to 7 p.m. – Millstone Municipal Building, 470 Stagecoach Rd.
Rabies is a deadly disease cause by a virus that is found in the saliva of a rabid animal and is transmitted most commonly by a bite
“It is important that your dog or cat have up-to-date rabies vaccinations,” said Freeholder John P. Curley, liaison to the County Health Department. “Pets can become infected with rabies through contact with wild animals.”
According the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, there has been a higher incidence of rabies in cats than dogs in recent years. Cats left outdoors to roam have a greater chance of exposure to rabid animals, but even indoor cats and dogs should be vaccinated, as occasionally they may get outside or a wild animal could get into the home through open doors or windows.
No appointments are necessary, but vaccines are given on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call the County Health Department at 732-431-7456.
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