Erie County will host two free rabies vaccine clinics in September, inviting pet owners to take advantage of this public health service to protect dogs, cats and ferrets from this 100% fatal disease.
Clinic dates and locations
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Erie County Training and Emergency Operations Center
3359 Broadway, Cheektowaga
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Town of Hamburg Highway Garage
2720 Lakeview Road, Hamburg
Registration and appointments
Registration for these drive-through sites is available at erie.gov/rabiesvaccine and appointments are required. Up to three pets will be accepted per appointment. Individuals who are unable to access online registration may call (716) 961-6800 during business hours to schedule an appointment.
Dogs, cats and ferrets three months of age and older are eligible for a vaccination. Pet owners are asked to bring proof of their pet’s vaccination with them to the event in order to receive a three-year vaccination certificate; otherwise, a one-year certificate will be given.
Dogs must be secured with a collar and leash or restrained in a carrier; cats and ferrets must be restrained in a secure carrier. Please do not use retractable or extended leashes.
Volunteers and partners
SPCA Serving Erie County, Niagara Frontier Veterinary Society, Trocaire Veterinary Technology Program and the Erie County Medical Reserve Corps provide volunteers that make these clinics run quickly and smoothly.
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