Low-Cost Pet Vaccination Clinics Offered September 9 and October 7

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center's Animal Care and Control program is offering the last two low-cost pet vaccination clinics of 2017 on the following dates:

-September 9, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Grayslake Police Department (10 South Seymour, Grayslake, IL). Weather permitting, the 4-H dog spin club "K9 Krew" will provide pet nail trims for a $5 donation.

-October 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at Beach Park Public Works (40185 Glendale, Beach Park, IL).

These clinics provide a convenient and affordable way for Lake County residents to keep their pets up to date with shots and rabies tags.

Standard vaccine, tag and microchip costs for the vaccination clinic are as follows:

For Pets Spayed/Neutered

One-year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $20.00

One-year rabies vaccination, tag and distemper: $25.00

Distemper complex only: $10.00

Microchip: $15.00

For Pets Not Spayed/Neutered

One-year rabies vaccination and Lake County tag: $60.00

One-year rabies vaccination, tag and distemper: $65.00

Distemper complex only: $10.00

Microchip: $15.00

Pets will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. All animals brought to the clinic must be at least four 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 2016, nine low-cost pet vaccination clinics were held that served 2,585 animals. Animal wardens are available to provide free informational programs to community groups about animal behavior and wildlife interaction. The Animal Care and Control facility is located at 18736 West Peterson Road, Libertyville.

For additional information about the clinics, please contact the Animal Care and Control facility at: (847) 377-4700 or visit: www.lakecountyil.gov/152/Animal-Care-Control.