Vaccinate your pets – it’s the law in Texas!

Today is the anniversary of the 1796 discovery by Edward Jenner of the smallpox vaccine. Did you know that smallpox is the only human infectious disease to ever have been completely eradicated? That is an enormous medical accomplishment and makes a case for the value of vaccinations.

Vaccinating your pets is also important – particularly against Rabies, a disease that can be fatally cross-communicated to humans.

In fact, because Rabies has such a high fatality rate in humans, State law requires that all cats and dogs in Texas be vaccinated against rabies using either a one-year or three-year vaccine.

We know that in this economic climate many otherwise responsible pet owners are putting off maintenance costs (like dental check-ups, vaccinating pets and getting the car serviced). But did you know that there are some rescue groups and shelters who offer low-cost pet vaccinations to help people in this situation.

For more info:

• Which vaccinations do the AVMA recommend for your dog, or for your cat. 
• Which local rescue groups and shelters offer low-cost pet vaccinations.