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Elfrida vaccination clinic Saturday

The discount vaccination clinic that was originally scheduled for Oct. 13 in Elfrida has been rescheduled for Saturday, Nov. 3.

Dr. John, with High Desert Veterinary Service will be holding the clinic on from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Elfrida Fire Station located on Highway 191.

Cost will be $25 rabies or distemper combo for dogs and cats (must be 4 month or older to receive rabies vaccinations); $45 combination of rabies and distemper combo.

Rabies vaccinations are required by state law and must be given by a veterinarian licensed in the United States. By vaccinating your pets against rabies, you help protect yourself and the public from exposure to this fatal disease.

Please keep all dogs on leash and cats in carriers. It is the owner’s responsibility to keep pets under control.

Equine vaccinations are also available including the West Nile Virus.

If you have a dog, cat, or horse in need of a vaccination, we hope to see you there. If you have any questions, please contact High Desert Veterinary at 364-3268.

Please, remember cash or check only at the vaccination clinic.



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