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Pet Owners: What you need to know
Register Your Pet With Lake County
All dogs and cats, including indoor cats, over 4 months of age must
have a current rabies vaccination and wear a Lake County rabies tag
when outside the home.
Rabies tags can be purchased through your veterinarian at the time of
vaccination, or at the Animal Care and Control office.

Low-Cost Pet Vaccination Program
To provide a convenient and affordable way for Lake County residents to keep pets up to date with their shots and
rabies tags, low-cost vaccination clinics are held during warmer months of the year. For more information, check
the Health Department web site or call [phone].

Be a Good Neighbor
Don’t allow your pet(s) to roam.
Pick up after your pet(s).
Limit/monitor barking.

Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program
Reduced costs for spaying or neutering a pet are available to low-income Lake County residents. For more
information, check the Health Department web site or call [phone].

Owning a Pet