Free rabies clinics to be held at the 4-H Training Center

This undated electron microscope image made available by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows rabies virions, dark and bullet-shaped, within …

This undated electron microscope image made available by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows rabies virions, dark and bullet-shaped, within an infected tissue sample. Five Americans died of rabies in 2021 — the largest number in a decade — and health officials say some occurred because people didn’t realize they’d been infected or refused life-saving shots. (F. A. Murphy/CDC via AP)

by: Ben Mitchell

Posted: May 22, 2023 / 03:13 PM EDT

Updated: May 22, 2023 / 03:13 PM EDT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Pet owners looking for rabies vaccinations can utilize upcoming free rabies clinics held at the 4-H Training Center at 556 Middleline Road in Ballston Spa. Vaccination certificates are written for one year, however, if the owner has a previously signed certificate, a 3-year certificate will be written.

The dates are May 23, June 27, August 22, and September 5. Times are strictly enforced. The clinics will take in cats and ferrets from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Ferrets must be in a cage or carrier. The clinics will be available for dogs from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. All dogs must be on a leash.