Erie County Department of Health Free Rabies Vaccination Clinics
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Hours: Clinics in January, May and September. After-hours bite and exposure line: (716) 961-7898.
- What it is
- Lower-cost clinics
- Who it helps
- Dogs, cats and ferrets three months of age and older.
- Where
- Erie County
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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The Erie County Department of Health holds free drive-thru rabies vaccination clinics for dogs, cats and ferrets in January, May and September. Its Rabies, Disease and Vector Control Program also investigates animal bites, scratches and wildlife encounters with people or pets.
How to reach them
Where: 503 Kensington Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214
Hours: Clinics in January, May and September. After-hours bite and exposure line: (716) 961-7898.
Good to know
- Who can use it: Dogs, cats and ferrets three months of age and older.
- How to get started: Register for a clinic appointment at erie.gov/rabies, or call (716) 961-6800 during business hours to schedule.
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