Mayor Leclerc Announces Low Cost Rabies Clinic

Vaccine Free for People on Public Assistance

Mayor Marcia A. Leclerc announced that the East Hartford Town Clerk’s Office will sponsor a low cost or no cost Rabies Clinic on Saturday, May 20, 2017, from 12PM - 2PM at the rear of Firehouse No. 1 at 726 Main St. This clinic is presented in partnership with Dr. Wilfredo Barrios of East Hartford Animal Clinic in cooperation with the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association.

The clinic is open to both dogs and cats, who must be appropriately leashed or crated. The clinic is open to all. The fee is $20 cash only. One pet may be vaccinated at no charge for owners who show their State Public Assistance Identification Card.

The clinic will issue a three year rabies vaccination to pets with a valid rabies certificate or a dog license showing prior vaccination. The one year vaccine will be given to all other pets. Valid license tags are not sufficient to qualify for the three year vaccination.

All inquiries should be directed to the Town Clerk’s Office at 860-291-7230.

WHAT: Low Cost / No Cost Rabies Clinic

WHERE: Firehouse No. 1 (rear of building), 726 Main St., East Hartford, CT

WHEN: Saturday, May 20, 2017, 12PM - 2PM