Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control Free Drive-Thru Rabies Clinics
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Hours: Clinic days 8:00am-10:45am; the gate closes at 10:45am.
- What it is
- Lower-cost clinics
- Who it helps
- Mecklenburg County residents only
- Where
- Mecklenburg County residents
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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Free monthly drive-thru rabies vaccine clinics for dogs, cats and ferrets, plus twice-yearly Mega Clinics that aim to offer free 1- or 3-year rabies vaccines, core vaccines and microchips depending on funding. Remaining 2026 dates: November 14 and December 12.
How to reach them
Where: 2725 Beam Road, Charlotte, NC 28217 (Charlotte Vehicle Operations Center)
Hours: Clinic days 8:00am-10:45am; the gate closes at 10:45am.
Good to know
- Who can use it: Mecklenburg County residents only; bring a valid driver's license or government ID. Pets must be at least 12 weeks old. Regular clinics give 1-year rabies vaccines only. Dogs on leash, cats in a secure carrier; owners stay in the vehicle.
- How to get started: Drive in on a clinic date; no appointment is required.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
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