Two low-cost pet vaccination clinics offered
The Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center's Animal Care and Control Program is offering two low-cost pet vaccination clinics in April. Each clinic provides a way for Lake County residents to keep their pets up to date with shots and rabies tags.
From 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 9, the Animal Care and Control program is partnering with Beach Park Public Works for a clinic at the public works building, 40185 Glendale, Beach Park.
From 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 23, the program is partnering with the Vernon Hills Police Department for a clinic at the Vernon Hills Public Works Building, 490 Greenleaf Drive, Vernon Hills.
In addition, 4-H will provide pet nail trims for donations to support local not-for profit groups in Lake County. Prior donations went to Reach Rescue and Flint Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.
Standard vaccine, tag and microchip costs for the vaccination clinics are as follows:
• One-year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $20 for spayed/neutered pets; $60 for pets not spayed/neutered.
• One-year rabies vaccination, tag and distemper: $25 for spayed/neutered pets; $65 for pets not spayed/neutered.
• Distemper complex only: $10
• Microchip: $15
Pets will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. All animals brought to the clinic must be at least 4 months old. Dogs must be leashed and cats placed in carriers. Only cash will be accepted on-site. Proof of spay/neuter may be required.
The Health Department's Animal Care and Control Program tracks pet vaccinations and rabies tags, investigates animal bites and complaints of nuisance and neglect, as well as impounds stray animals.
In 2015, 11 low-cost pet vaccination clinics were held and 2,696 animals were seen. Animal wardens are available to provide free programs to small community groups about animal behavior and wildlife interaction. The Animal Care and Control facility is at 18736 West Peterson Road, Libertyville.
For details, contact the Animal Care and Control facility at (847) 377-4700 or visit health.lakecountyil.gov.