Rabies Information

This information is based on Vermont Laws, if you live in another state, please check the laws in your area.

VERMONT RABIES LAWS — (WITH medical exemption) Vermont Department of Health Final Rules Vaccination of Domestic Pets, Wolf/Hybrids and Livestock Against Rabies

http://healthvermont.gov/prevent/rabies/documents/RabiesControlManual_vaccination.pdf2.

Administration and Use of Rabies Vaccinations:

Rabies vaccinations shall be administered as follows:

To domestic pet: in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation.2.C.4.D. Rabies vaccination must be administered to domestic pets and wolf/hybrids prior to the age of 4 months unless in the judgment of the veterinarian the animal’s medical condition would prevent the development of adequate immunity to rabies. Animals so exempted must be inoculated against rabies as soon as their medical condition permits.
Here is a list of Rabies Clinics 2012

Clinics for 2012

Up to Date info

Vermont Health Department Rabies Prevention Links

Hotlines

USDA’s Vermont Rabies Hotline: 1-800-472-2437 (1-800-4-Rabies)

March 15 – November 15: Seven days a week, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except federal holidays)

November 15 – March 15: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except federal holidays)

Vermont Department of Health: 1-800-640-4374 Answered Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except state holidays)