BOLIVIA
La Paz, Bolivia
During the week of September 3rd, the rabies Directors of the nine states with highest risk will be invited to a meeting with the Minister of Health in La Paz, Bolivia. During this meeting the Bolivian Plan of Action for Rabies Control, which was recently updated, will be presented.
Cochabamba, Bolivia
The Bolivian Bat Conservation Program (BIOTA-PCMB) and the Museum of Natural History Alcide D'Orbigny in Cochabamba, Bolivia will be inagurating an exhibit about bats in association with World Rabies Day. The focus of the exhibit will be on bat conservation. Presentations will be available throughout the week on bat ecology, bat conservation, and prevention of rabies from bats. Also, a round table is currently being prepared and planned to be lunched by air at Radio San Rafael (FM 92.3) with important guests that will cover most of the topics concerned to rabies in Bolivia. For more information, please contact Dr. Luis Fernando Aguirre ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
BRAZIL
The World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) intends to hold a national media campaign in collaboration with PAHO Brazil. Coverage is planned through television and radio interviews on or around WRD. An emphasis will also be placed on responsible pet ownership messages. There will also be a mass distribution of rabies awareness materials. For more information contact Sarah Vallentine at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
All Sates of Brazil
In August the PAHO office in Brazil, together with the Ministry of Health of Brazil, distributed to all Health State Secretaries a DVD with a cartoon on dog's vaccination against rabies. This DVD with "Monica's Gang" was prepared by PAHO and WSPA and it is available in English, Spanish and Portuguese. The DVD can be viewed at http://www.paho.org/English/DD/PIN/pets_psa.htm.
Balsas-MA, Maranhão
In the city, World Rabies Day information and materials will be widely distributed to inform people about rabies, how it is transmitted, how to prevent the disease, and the economic impacts and other injuries that can result from the horrible disease. For more information contact Dr. Pedrosa at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Corumbá, Brazil
On September 10-12, 2007, a Rabies symposium will be held in Corumbá, state of Mato Grosso do Sul border with Bolivia and Paraguay. Neighbor countries are invited to participate.
Distrito Federal, Brasília
In celebration of World Rabies Day, a national meeting on rabies control program for the States Secretariat of Heath will be held the 18th and 19th of September in Brasília-DF, Brazil. A meeting to discuss the implantation of a terrestrial wildlife rabies program in Northeastern Brazil will also be held on the 20th of September in Brasília-DF, Brazil. For more information contact Marcelo Wada at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Fortaleza, Brazil
On October 9, 2007, during the National Congress on Veterinary Public Health, a
"Dance to Make Rabies History" social event will be held in recognition of the
World Rabies Day initiative. It is expected that around one thousand
participants in the Congress will join the festivities.
IICA: http://www.iica.org.br/
Asspiação Brasileira de Saúde Pública Veterinária: http://www.abspv.org.br/
MAPA: http://www.agricultura.gov.br/ (ainda não tem, mas terá)
Pesqueira, Pernambuco
October 1 and 5
Training on Wildlife Rabies Control (Desmodus rotundus) organized by MAPA, PAHO
and State authorities.
Porto Velho, Rondônia
September 10 and 14
Training on Wildlife Rabies Control (Desmodus rotundus) organized by MAPA, PAHO
and State authorities.
Sao Paulo, Brazil
On September 12, 2007 a rabies workshop will be held at Biotechnology Program USP - IButantan-IPT, University of Sao Paulo State. For more information contact Silvana Favoretto at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
The Institute Pasteur Sao Paulo will celebrate World Rabies Day by promoting a three-day course aimed at universities and professionals in the fields of health, agriculture and environmental public services. Over two hundred participants from local, state, federal and international institutions are expected to attend. For more information contact Dr. Neide Takaoka at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
CANADA
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is pleased to take part in World Rabies Day by holding a Rabies Symposium on Thursday, September 6, 2007. The goal is to raise awareness among Canadians with a panel of keynote speakers from the community of researchers, veterinarians, wildlife biologists and public health officials.
As part of World Rabies Day, the department is distributing informational brochures through private veterinary clinics, animal shelters, public health offices, government service centers and other provincial government offices. For more information, contact Dr. Whitney at 709-729-6879 or visit the departmental web site at http://www.gov.nl.ca/agric/animal_diseases/rabies/default.stm.
CARIBBEAN ISLANDS
St. Kitts, Caribbean
Ross University, Student Chapter of the AVMA is planning an educational booth in association with a PAWS Animal Welfare Dog-Jog. Information flyers will be available on rabies and its impact on human health worldwide. For more information, please contact Torri Park ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Grenada, West Indies
The St. George’s University, College of Veterinary Medicine is planning a run and walk on September 8, 2007, in recognition of World Rabies Day. A social time with food and drinks will be available at the end of the event. For more information, please contact Calli Goad ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!) or Alison Achey ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
CHILE
World Rabies Day will be celebrated in Chile along with a day of responsible pet ownership through educational outreach at a chain of shopping centers. The
Representative of PAHO, jointly with the Undersecretary of Public Health will give a press conference emphasizing the importance of the achievements Chile has made in rabies prevention and control while also presenting that rabies still exists in the environment and still presents a risk.
COLUMBIA
Bogota
The international representations of the WSPA, the OPS, the Ministry of the Social Protection and the Secretariat of Health of Bogota will make the 7 of September an academic event on rabies with the participation of the Farming Colombian Institituto - ICA and the National Institute of Health - INS. On the 8th of September, dog vaccinations will be held and an event in the Fontibon locality. Other partners include: Association Supporter of Animals (ADA), Professional Council of Veterinary Medicine and zootechnics of Colombia (COMVEZCOL), Association of Veterinarians and Zootecnistas of Colombia (ACOVEZ), Colombian Academy of Veterinary Sciences, Colombian Company of Veterinary Products (VECOL), Association of Schools of Veterinary Medicine and Zootechnics of Colombia (ASFAMEVEZ ). Education will be disseminated and will specifically focus on what to do with bite wounds. For more information, please see http://www.saludcapital.gov.co/ or contact !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
The regional office (Central America & Caribbean) of the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) is planning a joint campaign with PAHO Central America. They are producing and distributing posters and booklets about rabies and dog bite prevention to schoolchildren. There will also be an opportunity for focussed press conferences and meetings with local veterinary associations and enhanced rabies vaccination campaigns. For more information contact Sarah Vallentine at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
On August 10, 2007, the National Secretary of Health together with the PAHO Representation Office in the Dominican Republic will be holding a series of meetings. Participants include Societies from the Veterinarians and Physicians Schools, Associations of Protection of the Animals (PADELA), Dominican Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to the Animals (SODOPREC), associations of clinics, academic universities; veterinary medicine schools. On September 6, 2007, World Rabies Day will be launched with a press conference at the National Secretary of Health. This event will serve as recognition to the people who have contributed in the fight against rabies. On September 8, 2007, a "Walk for World Rabies Day" will be held in East Turret. The day will include exhibitions, vaccinations, and promotion of local rabies prevention and control. Free vaccinations will be carried out from September 3rd – 8th at established posts in the provinces of Dajabon, provinces of the East and Santo Domingo.
ECUADOR
On September 8, 2007, the Minister and National Authorities will hold a press conference in association with World Rabies Day. A solemn session may also be held with authorities from all health institutions in the PAHO Representation Office. Police dogs will be used in training demonstrations, stressing that they are "vaccinated against rabies."
EL SALVADOR
San Salvador
On September 7 World Rabies Day will be celebrated with an official act from government authorities. School activities will also be held.
GUATEMALA
In August, World Rabies Day will start with the vaccination campaign of dogs in higher risk urban areas. During the week of September 3rd – 8th, press conferences on World Rabies Day will be held. Information on rabies prevention will be disseminated to health services and to the general public. Promotion activities will be concentrated in areas that are at a higher-risk for rabies. Veterinary and medical schools will celebrate World Rabies Day by hosting scientific conferences. Activities will also occur in primary schools, including a World Rabies Day drawing competition. DVDs, posters and the “Monica’s gang down with rabies” kids cartoon will be distributed.
HAITI
On September 11th, World Rabies Day will be celebrated in Haiti. A press conference with the presence of the Health and Agriculture Ministers will be held. International and national authorities will report on the rabies situation in the country. Authorities will also discuss what is still needed to make Haiti rabies-free. Also on September 11, a scientific conference will be held with presentations from the health and agriculture authorities. A National Commission to fight rabies including government, international organizations and non-government organizations will be launched. In October, a mass vaccination campaign to vaccinate dogs will be initiated with the support of the national and international community.
See local World Rabies Day Poster (pdf file).
HONDURAS
From September 3rd – 8th activities are planned in Honduras in recognition of World Rabies Day including a "Walk for Rabies." Information on rabies prevention and World Rabies Day will be disseminated in the schools, including a mural creation and parade.
MEXICO
The Mexican Ministry of Health will celebrate World Rabies Day by having a forum in every member state of the Mexican territory with related topics to this event. For more information please go to http://www.cenave.gob.mx/zoonosis/diamundial.
NICARAGUA
From September 3rd – 8th activities are planned in Nicaragua in recognition of World Rabies Day. Press conferences will be held on September 8, 2007. Information on rabies prevention and World Rabies Day will be disseminated to health services and to the general public. Technical information on rabies and other zoonoses will be updated and printed. Conferences will be held in veterinary and medical schools to celebrate World Rabies Day including participants from the field of health and agriculture.
PARAGUAY
On September 7, with police support, the traffic will be stopped for 5 minutes in
front of National Zoonosis Center, and information about rabies will be distributed. Students from the Veterinary Faculties will wear T-shirts with WRD logo. The act of stopping the traffic is intended to give significance to stop rabies in Paraguay. Later on a press conference will be held and the national rabies campaign will start. Information
materials will be distributed to the public.
PERU
The Ministry of Health in Peru will be coordinating an official declaration of World Rabies Day with a parade and festival in Lima, Peru. Activities are also being planned in other parts of the country. For more information, please see the Ministry of Health Web site: http://www.minsa.gob.pe/portalminsa/efemerides/rabia/default.asp.
PUERTO RICO
World Rabies Day events are scheduled from September 7-14. Activities include holding poster presentations, providing rabies educational materials to educators, teacher, librarians and the general public through the Colegio de Médicos Veterinarios de Puerto Rico web site. News articles and press conferences are also scheduled as well as a multidisciplinary rabies symposium and pet vaccination drives. For more information contact Brenda Rivera at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Activities list.
Arecibo
On September 6th, 2007 the University of Puerto Rico at Arecibo (UPRA) will hold a Veterinary Technology Simposium celebrating World Rabies Day. The symposium will be held at the UPRA's Theatre from 9AM-12PM. For more information contact Dr. Noelia Moyeno at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
VENEZUELA
State of Zulia
In September and October a mass rabies vaccination campaign will be launched with the assistance of national and international authorities.
USA (Listed alphabetically by state)
Opelika, AL
On Sept. 27th at 6:00PM, the Auburn and Tuskegee University, Student Chapters of the AVMA will be hosting a Rabies Forum at the Overton Auditorium on the campus of Auburn University. The forum is open to the public. On Saturday, Sept. 29th, at 8:30AM, a one mile doggie dash and 5K run will be held at Keisel Park in Auburn. For more information, please contact Allison Snow at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page! or go to http://www.tuskegee.edu/Global/story.asp?s=7118803.
On October 6, 2007, the Tuskegee and Auburn University, Student Chapters of the AVMA will be hosting a Rabies Vaccination Clinic at the Tuskegee University Small Animal Health Clinic. For more information, please contact Ashtri Bonaparte ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!) or Candice Bailey ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Flagstaff, AZ
On September 8, Coconino County Animal Management, in coordination with the Continental Animal Wellness Center, will be hosting a rabies vaccination clinic from 12:00 - 2:00 at Olsen's Grain, located at 2250 North Steves Blvd. The rabies shots will be free to the public, however, individuals will be asked to make a donation to the World Rabies Foundation. A local dog trainer will be available to answer questions. Games and prizes will be available for kids. Dog food representatives will also be on site providing free samples and door prizes. For more information contact Sabrina Kelley at 928-226-2794 or !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Gilbert, AZ
On Sunday, September 9, Maricopa County Animal Care & Control will hold a free rabies vaccination clinic from 6am-9am at 70 East Civic Center Drive (S. Gilbert Road and Warner) in Gilbert. For more information contact Aprille Hollis at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Phoenix, AZ
On Saturday, September 8, Maricopa County Animal Care & Control will hold a free rabies vaccination clinic from 6am-9am at 5231 N. 35th Ave. (35th Avenue and Missouri) in Phoenix. During the week of September 8th-14th, the East and West Valley Shelters of Maricopa County Animal Care and Control will provide rabies vaccinations. If you get a warning for not having your altered dog licensed during this week, a rabies vaccination will be provided free of charge and the penalty fees will be waived. For more information contact Aprille Hollis at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/vector/worldrabiesday07.htm
Tucson, AZ
On Saturday, September 8, Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) in a collaborative effort with the Humane Society of Southern Arizona(HSSA) is honoring WRD with a low cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic. The Clinic is being held from 8AM – 10AM at the Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85745. Only dogs and cats three months and older will be vaccinated against rabies. All pets must be brought to the clinic by a responsible adult. Dogs must be secured on a leash, and cats must be in a carrier box. There will be a $5.00 fee per vaccination. DHPP for dogs and FRCP for cats will also be offered for $5.00. In addition, dog licenses and microchips will be available for purchase. All licensing LATE fees will be waived Sept. 4th - 8th. For more information please call (520) 243-5969 or visit http://www.pimaanimalcare.org/.
Davis, CA
On September 22, 2007, the University of California at Davis, Student Chapter of the AVMA will host a competitive “Run for Rabies” along with a shorter “Dog ‘n’ Jog.” The event will be hosted on the UC Davis campus and surrounding Davis community. Vet school clubs will have booths and educational information regarding rabies and the mission of the ARC will be displayed. For more information, please contact Rachel Kaplan ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Fort Collins, CO
On Friday, September 7 the Wildlife Services program and the National Wildlife Research Center (NWRC) are sponsoring a 4K run/walk from 10AM-12PM. Each participant will receive a World Rabies Day T-shirt and information regarding the Wildlife Services rabies program. The run will start promptly at 10AM outside the main entrance to the Wildlife Sciences building on the NWRC headquarters campus. Three alternative running/walking routes of varying lengths are available depending upon your level of fitness. Maps will be provided prior to the start. The NWRC will also sponsor a display in the Wildlife Science Building lobby during the week of September 3rd. Employees interested in participating must contact Gail Keirn to register. Two hours of administrative leave will be given to each participant. Field stations that are interested in sponsoring similar events at their offices should contact Gail to receive your T-shirts and program information. For more information contact Gail Keirn at (970) 266-6007 or !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Alachua County, FL
OPERATION CATNIP OFFERS FREE RABIES VACCINES FOR STRAY CATS IN HONOR OF WORLD RABIES DAY. On September 9, Operation Catnip will provide free rabies boosters for any cat that has "graduated" from the program. All cats that have been ear-tipped as a sign that they have been sterilized and vaccinated at Operation Catnip are eligible for free rabies booster shots that will last for 3 years. Alachua County homeless stray and feral cats that have not yet been sterilized are also eligible for free spay and neuter surgery at the September 9 clinic. Operation Catnip is a nonprofit volunteer organization with the mission to reduce the number of homeless cats in Alachua County by spaying and neutering as many as possible. With an estimated 36,000 unowned cats living in the county's backyards, porches, barns, businesses, and neighborhoods, the group has its work cut out for it. So far almost 20,000 cats have passed over Operation Catnip's operating tables since the first surgery was performed in 1998. In addition to kitty birth control, all cats admitted for care also receive vaccinations to keep them healthy. The first rabies vaccination lasts only one year and requires a booster vaccine 12 months later. Subsequent rabies vaccines are good for three years. Reservations for the clinic are required for all cats, and all cats must be brought in humane wire traps. Traps are available for loan from Operation Catnip. For more information about Operation Catnip contact John Friary at (352) 380-0940 !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Gainesville, FL
On October 6, 2007, the University of Florida Student Chapter of the AVMA will host its 26th Annual "One Health Challenge: Dog Days Run." The event will be held at Westside Park starting at 8:00 am, and includes a 5K run as well as a one mile "Fun Run" with your dog. After the races, there will be a performance from the local band, Morningbell. For more information about this event or for runner registration, visit http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1467794.
Athens, GA
On October 6th, 2007 the University of Georgia, Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association will host a rabies vaccination clinic at the Pet Supplies Plus on Baxter and Alps Rds. from 1PM-5PM. Cost will be $5 for a one year rabies shot. For more information on the vaccination clinic contact Beth Westeren at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!. On October 7th, 2007 a 5K run/walk will be held on the UGA campus at 9AM. Food and beverage will be available after the event. For more information on the 5K run/walk, contact Alex Glover at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!. On October 20th, 2007 a belly dancing fundraiser will take place at 7:30PM at the 40-watt club. For more information on the belly-dancing event, please contact Vera Calpeno at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!. All events are being held in recognition and support of the inaugural World Rabies Day.
Atlanta, GA
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov) will be hosting a World Rabies Day Symposium and Expo on September 7, 2007 at the CDC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA. Registration for this CDC World Rabies Day Symposium and Expo is FREE. To register or be a co-sponsor or exhibitor at this event:
http://conferences.taskforce.org/worldrabiesday/index.asp
For more information about what the CDC is doing for World Rabies Day: www.cdc.gov/rabies.
Ames, IA
On September 22, 2007, the Iowa State University Student Chapter of the AVMA is planning a Run for Rabies in association with the Veterinarians Annual Great Bike Ride Across Ames. For more information on this run and bike riding event, please contact Jason Pieper ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Springfield, IL
The Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA) requested that the Governor of Illinois proclaim September 8, 2007 as, Rabies Awareness Day in Illinois. The proclamation was issued this afternoon. ISVMA is sending out information and a sample opinion editorial to every veterinarian in the State of Illinois. We are asking them to provide information to their clients and submit an opinion editorial to their local newspapers, radio stations, and television stations. ISVMA is also sending a press release to all news outlets regarding the Governors Proclamation. For more information contact !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Urbana, IL
The veterinary students at the University of Illinois will be doing community outreach rabies educational programs for middle school to high school students in association with World Rabies Day. This activity coincides with one of the World Rabies Day Campaigns – Teaching to Make Rabies History! For more information, or to request a presentation, please contact Emily Eaton ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Manhattan, KS
The College of Veterinary Medicine's Student Chapter of the AVMA, Kansas State Rabies Diagnostic Laboratory, the International Club, and other interested students and faculty are organizing a 5K run, "Run 4 Rabies" in Manhattan, KS on Sunday September 9, 2007. In conjunction with the run, a concert will be held in CICO Park from 12:00 to 4:00pm highlighting local talent. Runners can register online for this event.
KSU Event Rabies Brochure (pdf file)
Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory will offer $10.00 rabies
titer screens to participants of World Rabies Day. The serum samples
will need to be sent with a submission form with World Rabies Day noted
on the form. This WRD price will be good for samples sent to the lab within two weeks of WRD. "Rabies Serology For Vaccine Titer Response WRD" (word file).
Owensboro, KY
On September 7 and 8, 2007 the Green River District Health Department, along with local veterinarians, the animal shelter, and humane society in Daviess county will be holding rabies clinics to help to promote rabies prevention. On Sept. 7, from 9AM-11AM, rabies shots will be available for $5.00 per animal at the Daviess County Animal Shelter, 2620 Hwy 81. A vaccination clinic will also be held at the Eastside Animal Clinic from 9AM-12PM and 2PM-4PM. Rabies shots will be provided for $5.00 per animal. On Sept. 8, a clinic will be held at the Owensboro Daviess County Humane Society from 8AM-12PM. Cost is $5.00 per animal. From 7:30AM-12PM at the Kentuckiana Animal Clinic, rabies shots will be offered at half price. Please have your pet on a leash and/or in a carrier. All animals will be expected to be under control. For more information contact Janie Cambron at 270-686-7747, ext. 3967 or go to http://www.healthdepartment.org/.
Baton Rouge, LA
The Louisiana State University Student Chapter of AVMA will be organizing a concert in recognition of World Rabies Day. Proceeds will be going to the Alliance for Rabies Control. For more information, please contact Matt Ratcliff ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page! !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Grafton, MA
On September 8, 2007, the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine will be recognizing World Rabies Day in conjunction with its Annual Open House, held 10 am to 3 pm on Saturday September 8, 2007 at the Veterinary School in North
Grafton, MA. Events include working dog demonstrations, the teddy bear clinic, veterinary exhibits, student run booths and more. Included in the day will be information about the effects of rabies worldwide, a raffle, and the sale of pet
products, from which proceeds will benefit the Alliance for Rabies
Control. For more information on this event, please see the website or contact Christina Buchter ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Riverdale, MD
On Friday, September 7 the Wildlife Services program is sponsoring a 2.2-mile run/walk. Each participant will receive a World Rabies Day T-shirt and information regarding the Wildlife Services rabies program. A World Rabies Day display with information about the National Rabies Management Program will be placed in the lobby during the week of September 3rd. For more information contact Brienne German at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
East Lansing, MI
On September 22, 2007, the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan Department of Community Health, and Michigan Rabies Working Group will hold an event in recognition of World Rabies Day. For more information on the event, please contact Andrea Winkel ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!) or Dr. Kim Signs ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
St. Paul, MN
On Sunday, September 30, 2007, the University of Minnesota Student Chapter of the AVMA will host its "1st Annual Hoof N’ Woof." The event will be held at Como Park and registration begins at 8:30am. This run/walk is a way for people to help children and animals while spending time with their pets. For more information about this event, contact Ashley Nichols at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
In honor of World Rabies Day, the Minnesota Board of Animal Health (BAH) and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is urging rabies titer testing. All veterinary professionals are invited to have their titers tested for the reduced fee of $10.00 - offered by the Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. Samples must be submitted between 9/8/07 and 9/22/07 to qualify for the reduced fee. For more information on how and where to submit samples, please contact Dr. Joni Scheftel at (651) 201-5107 or !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Apex, NC
On September 8, 2007 $5.00 rabies shots will be offered from 1PM-3PM at VCA Apex Animal Hospital located at 1600 E. Williams Street. Bring your pet’s rabies certificate (if you have one) and a leash or pet carrier for your pet. For more information please call (919) 212-PETS.
Cary, NC
On September 8, 2007 $5.00 rabies shots will be offered from 1PM-2:30PM at Creature Comforts Animal Hospital located at 3435 Kildare Farm Road and from 1PM-3PM at VCA Cornerstone Animal Hospital located at 2111 High House Road. Bring your pet’s rabies certificate (if you have one) and a leash or pet carrier for your pet. For more information please call (919) 212-PETS.
Charlotte, NC
On September 8, 2007 a free rabies vaccination clinic will be held at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Animal Control Bureau located at 8315 Byrum Drive in Charlotte from 8AM-11AM. All Mecklenburg county residents are welcome and everyone in line by 11AM will be served. Please bring ID with current address or a utility bill with current address. Dogs must be leashed and cats in carriers. For more information contact Melissa Knicely-Berry at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Fuquay Varina, NC
On September 8, 2007 $5.00 rabies shots will be offered from 1PM-3PM at VCA Broad Street Animal Hospital located at 2200 N. Grassland Drive. Bring your pet's rabies certificate (if you have one) and a leash or pet carrier for your pet. For more information please call (919) 212-PETS.
Garner, NC
On September 8, 2007 $5.00 rabies shots will be offered from 10AM-3PM at Lake Benson Park located at 921 Buffaloe Road. Bring your pet’s rabies certificate (if you have one) and a leash or pet carrier for your pet. For more information please call (919) 212-PETS.
http://www.wakegov.com/pets/events/dogwalk.htm
Gastonia, NC
The Gaston County Health Department and Gaston County Animal Control are offering a free drive-through rabies clinic to the first 100 dogs or cats in line Saturday, Sept. 8. Clinic begins at 9 a.m. at the Gaston County Health Department, 991 W. Hudson Blvd., Gastonia. Vaccines are free and valid for one year; residents will also have the opportunity to purchase their pet license tag on-site. For more information, contact Shannon Clubb at 704-853-5139 or !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Raleigh, NC
On September 8, 2007 $5.00 rabies shots will be offered from 1PM-3PM at the VCA Triangle Tower Animal Hospital located at 1300 Corporation Parkway. Bring your pet's rabies certificate (if you have one) and a leash or pet carrier for your pet. For more information please call (919) 212-PETS.
Shelby, NC
On September 8, 2007 Cottonwood Veterinary Hospital, located at 1643 Fallston Rd. Shelby, NC, will be conducting a free rabies vaccine clinic from 8AM until 2PM. The local health department will be providing information about rabies prevention. For more information contact Jimmy Hines at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Smithfield, NC
On September 8, 2007 the Johnston County Pet Adoption Center will hold a rabies clinic from 10AM-2PM at 1320 N. Brightleaf Blvd., Smithfield, NC 27577. Bring your companion animal for a rabies shot for $5.00 per vaccination. For more information contact the Animal Shelter at (919) 934-8474 or !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Wilmington, NC
On September 8, 2007, the Pre-Veterinary Medical Association, in conjunction with New Hanover County Animal Control Services and the New Hanover County Health Department is holding a no-cost rabies clinic on the University of North Carolina Wilmington campus for staff, faculty, students, and members of the surrounding community, as a way of promoting World Rabies Day. For more information, please contact Dr. G. Robert Weedon ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Ithaca, NY
Ithaca, NY On Friday, September 6, 2007, the Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine, Student Chapter of the AVMA will be hosting a "Vet Rock" event in association with World Rabies Day. A $5 donation is suggested at the door. The event will include raffle prizes and a performance from a local band. For more information, please contact Marina Tejada ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Cornell VETROCKA (pdf file)
Lyons, NYIn recognition of Worlds Rabies Day, September 8,2007, Wayne County Public Health Service (WCPHS) together with Lyons Veterinary Clinic is pleased to announce the dates for our Fall Free Rabies Clinics for pets. Clinics will be held at 4 different locations throughout Wayne County, providing all county residents with easy access. On September 24, 2007 a rabies clinic will be held at Sodus Highway Dept. on Rotterdam Road in Sodus from 7PM-9PM. On September 25, 2007, a rabies clinic will be held at Wolcott Highway Dept. on Red Creek Road in Wolcott from 7PM-9PM. On September 27, a rabies clinic will be held at Macedon Highway Dept. on O'Neill Road in Macedon from 7PM-9PM. On September 29, a rabies clinic will be held at the Lyons Maintenance Facility on Clyde Road in Lyons from 1PM-3PM. For more information please call WCPHS at (315) 946-5749 or contact you Town Office.
Columbus, OH
"Vets For Pets" will be a school and community wide 5k run/walk with dogs to be held on Sunday October 7, 2007. Participants are invited to pre-register by September 26th. Entry forms can be downloaded off of our web site at www.vet.osu.edu/VetsForPets.htm. Day of registration begins at 9:30AM and the race will kick off at 11AM. It will begin on the Veterinary campus (1900 Coffey Road, Columbus, Ohio 43210) and follow a 3.1 mile route through the core of The Ohio State University campus before ending back on the veterinary campus where we plan to have a wide variety of events stationed. The entry fee is $20 and includes a T-shirt, goodie bag, raffle tickets, and lunch.
Stillwater, OK
On Saturday, September 8, 2007, the Oklahoma State University, College of Veterinary Medicine is planning a Run 4 Rabies at Bomer Lake. All the proceeds from the event will be donated to the Alliance for Rabies Control to help with the research and treatment of rabies cases worldwide. Come out starting at 7:30 to register for the 5K and learn about prevention of rabies in humans and animals. The various clubs from OSU's Veterinary Schools will be there to talk about rabies in the different species and the Oklahoma State Public Health Veterinarian, Dr. Bradley, will be on hand to answer questions and talk about the public health aspect of rabies prevention. Dogs are welcome to come for the run, but they must be leashed and have proof of current vaccinations. Downloadable registration forms are available at www.cvm.okstate.edu. For more information, please contact Jennifer Moreno ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page! !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
On Saturday, September 8, Dr. Flake's Animal Wellness Clinic will be hosting a rabies vaccination and microchipping clinic. The clinic is located at 3570 Chambersburg Road, 10 minutes west of Gettysburg on Route 30. Questions regarding the vaccination clinic may be directed to the office at 717-337-2785.
Philadelphia, PA
On September 8, 2007, the University of Pennsylvania Student Chapter of the AVMA will be hosting a run and dog walk in recognition of World Rabies Day on Memorial Hall Trail in scenic Fairmount Park. Runners will start at 9am ET and dog walkers will start at 9:15am ET. For more information, please see the website or contact Mike Altemeier ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page! !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Blountville, TN
On Friday, September 7, the Mountain Empire Epidemiology Task Force (MEETF) is hosting a free TN/VA rabies prevention and treatment update at the Sullivan County Regional Health Department in Blountville from 1pm to 3:30pm. A substantial portion of this free conference will focus on the prevention and treatment recommendations for animal exposures. Local, state and national data and perspectives will be presented. The MEETF is requesting those interested in participating to RSVP by August 31, to Laura Boggan (in TN) at 423-323-5746, !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page! or to Delilah Long (in VA) at 276-393-4425, !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Knoxville, TN
On September 8, 2007, the Population and Preventative Medicine Club of the University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine will be hosting "Stop Rabies in its Tracks." The event will take place on the agricultural campus during the pre-game festivities of the Tennessee versus Southern Mississippi football game, and will focus on highlighting the importance of rabies prevention in East Tennessee and around the world. For more information, please contact Reid Harvey ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!) or Becky Leap ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Austin, TX
On September 6th, 2007, The Texas Veterinary Medical Association and the Texas A & M, Student Chapter of the AVMA will host a low or no-cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic at the Texas Veterinary Medical Association headquarters.
College Station, TX
On October 6, 2007, from 10AM-2PM, the Texas A&M Student Chapter of the AVMA, in cooperation with Brazos Animal Shelter, Aggieland Pets with a Purpose, and Texas K-9 Search and Rescue Dogs, will hold a blessing of the animals and animal carnival at St. Francis Episcopal Church located at 1101 Rock Prairie Road in College Station. The public is invited to bring pets and animal friends to celebrate the ministry of St. Francis of Assisi and his love for all creatures. Rev. John Williams and Rev. Anne Cudd will bless all pets at this informal, outdoor celebration. Other events include a low cost rabies vaccination and county licensing by Texas A&M veterinarians and vet students. Low cost micro-chipping, adoptions from the Brazos Animal Shelter, Woodstock & True Blue Animal Rescue groups, distribution of free pamphlets on rabies control and responsible pet ownership, demos on search & rescue dogs, therapy dogs, agility dogs and children’s games/activities including a moonwalk, barrel train, music and pet contests. Free hot dogs and drinks will be available. For more information, go to please contact Dayna Garneau ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
On October 13, 2007, the Texas A&M Student Chapter of the AVMA and Brazos Animal Shelter will host a "Weiner Fest" in recognition of World Rabies Day at Veteran’s Park – HW 30 (Harvey Rd E) from 9AM-4PM. The event will include a pet parade/costume contest, weiner-dog (dachshund) races, informational booths (zoonoses and preventative medicine), vendor booths, and various games. For more information, please go to http://www.brazosanimalshelter.org/ or contact Dayna Garneau at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page! !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
The Texas A&M Student Chapter of the AVMA will be hosting a community lecture, "Can my dog give me worms? And other such zoonotic disease information" in the winter of 2007. For more information, please contact Dayna Garneau at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
Houston (Harris County), TX
Harris County Public Health and Environmental Services (HCPHES) is planning a number of activities in recognition of World Rabies Day. One such activity is the creation of an Animal Bite Information Sheet/Flow Chart for Healthcare Providers that contains recommendations for treatment of animal bites and administration of rabies post exposure prophylaxis (PEP). HCPHES is also developing a Bat Tool Kit to equip independent school districts’ staff with practical information to assist them in the event that a bat is found on school property. The toolkit will contain protocol recommendations for school administration and safety/maintenance staff, a copy of the Information Sheet for Physicians, as well as the World Rabies Day class curriculum and instructions on how to catch a bat and how to create a bat box. Tomball College veterinary technology students will partner with HCPHES to sponsor a pet rabies vaccination clinic at Tomball College on September 8th. In addition, HCPHES will provide rabies vaccinations for $5. HCPHES is also contacting the Harris County Veterinary Medical Association to encourage area veterinarians to support World Rabies Day by offering 1/2 price pet rabies vaccinations or free heartworm check with rabies vaccinations. The veterinary technology students at Tomball College are going to partner with us to sponsor a pet rabies vaccination clinic at Tomball College on September 8th. We will be providing rabies vaccinations for $5. HCPHES staff are developing a newsletter article targeting medical audiences to be sent to agencies that support veterinarians, hospitals, physicians and nurses. Non-medical audiences will be informed through area newsletters that include homeowners and apartment associations, independent school districts, daycares, health coalitions and community centers. A Proclamation designating September 8, 2007 as World Rabies Day in Harris County will also be developed in recognition of World Rabies Day. For more information, please contact Rita Obey ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!).
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Alexandria, VA
On September 8, 2007, the Alexandria Health Department (AHD) and the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) will be hosting a fun run event in the City of Alexandria to promote the city’s campaign on rabies prevention and control. The fun run event registration is scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m., with the run starting at 9:00 a.m. There will be displays that address dog bite prevention, what to do if you are bitten by an animal, and other general rabies information. The AAWL will also hold its semi-annual fall vaccination clinic, beginning at 11:00 a.m. For more information about this event contact Holly Feltner ( !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!) or 703-838-4400 Ext. 326.
Seattle, WA
The Washington State University (WSU) College of Veterinary Medicine will be participating in World Rabies Day by making a public service announcement during the Annual Gridiron Classic football game between WSU and San Diego State University. The game will be on September 8, 2007 at 4:00PM (PST) at Qwest Field in Seattle, WA. The announcement will aim at educating the attendees about the number of people affected by rabies worldwide, promoting vaccination of their pets, and sending them to the website for more information on the disease. For more information contact Kristi Gibbs at !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page!.
Milwaukee, WI
In recognition of the inaugural World Rabies Day, the Milwaukee County Zoo will host a community awareness program in the Peck Welcome Center on Sunday, August 26, 2007. Throughout the day, veterinary and human health professionals will join pet and wildlife advocates in presenting a public message of rabies prevention and control. Information booths, poster displays and featured speakers will highlight local and global rabies issues. All activities are free with regular Zoo admission. For Zoo hours, rates and directions go to: www.milwaukeezoo.org. For more information or to become involved in this event contact Mike Frayer at: !Please, turn on JavaScript or go to the contact us page! or (414) 771-3040 x144.
Milwaukee, WI
On September 8, the Wisconsin Humane Society is holding a Rabies Vaccination and Microchip clinic. The clinic will be held from August 29 through September 1 and September 5 through September 8. For a $5.00 non-refundable application fee, you can qualify to participate in this great event. Vaccinations are imperative to protect the health of your companion animal. Microchipping offers you a permanent method of identifying your pet if he or she was to get lost or stolen. Income guidelines do apply and participants must register beforehand, so please call Peggy Volkert at 414-431-6132 to schedule an appointment today. For more information: http://www.wihumane.org/news/default.aspx.
Neenah, WI
In recognition of World Rabies Day, Dr. Dedmon will deliver a professional education seminar on rabies prevention to his colleagues of the Neuroscience Group of Northeast Wisconsin. Dr. Dedmon is a Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine in General Internal Medicine and a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Preventive Medicine in Occupational Medicine and a Fellow of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. He is also an active member of the International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM), the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH), and the International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID). Subsequent to over a decade of private practice, he was Vice-President for Medical Affairs for Kimberly-Clark Corporation in Neenah, Wisconsin, where he was responsible for preventive health programs and international travel health for employees and their families. He also held Professorial appointments at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee (Preventive Medicine) and Rush University Medical Center/ Rush Medical College in Chicago.
