Rabies vaccination clinic runs in Pittsburg through Saturday

Submitted by Pittsburg1 on
As spring time is quickly approaching us and we are planning our outdoor vacations, cookouts, or various other activities, it is important to keep safety and health in mind. One of the best practices to stay safe and healthy is prevention. 
That is why Camp County 4-H and Pittsburg Veterinary Clinic are partnering in hosting a Rabies Vaccination Clinic March 17-22 from 8 a.m. until noon and 1-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; and 8 a.m. until noon on Saturday at the Pittsburg Veterinary Clinic.
The cost will be $7.00 per dog or cat and $2.00 off all other vaccinations.
Rabies is a viral zoonosis affecting the central nervous system of warm-blooded animals. Rabies is spread when the saliva of an infected animal comes in contact with an opening in the skin, usually a bite or scratch. However, very rare, it can sometimes be transmitted through contamination of mucous membranes.
The most common species to transmit rabies in Texas are skunks, bats, foxes, coyotes, and raccoons. Although we may not personally come in contact with these species very often, unfortunately our beloved pets do on occasion.
You should always be cautious and stay away from wild animals that appear to be tame or friendly, nocturnal animals out roaming around during daytime, pets that are staggering or having trouble eating and drinking, signs of aggression in pets that are normally very calm, and a bat that is disabled and unable to fly.
For more information or questions please contact the Camp County Extension Office at 903-856-5005 or 903-856-5060.
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