Lawrence to Hold Free Rabies Clinic for Dogs Jan. 21

Update, Jan. 21: Due to the snow that fell today, this event has been postponed and rescheduled for Jan. 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. at a location yet to be announced.

Editor's Note: The following is a news release issued by the Lawrence Township Health Department.

January is dog license renewal month for Lawrence Township residents. Dog licenses are due by Jan. 31, 2012.

Any dog over the age of 7 months is required by law to be licensed.

According to New Jersey Law, in order to obtain your dog’s license, its rabies immunization must be valid for the entire licensing period. Should your dog’s rabies certificate expire anytime between January 2012 and Oct. 31, 2012, you are required by state law to revaccinate your dog prior to obtaining its 2012 license.

To assist you in this endeavor, the Lawrence Township Health Department will be holding a Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for all dogs over the age of 3 months:

• Date: Saturday, January 21, 2012 - 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• Location: Central Park Garage, Eggert Crossing Road, Lawrence Township, New Jersey 

The clinic will be held rain or shine. Please adhere to the following regulations:

• All pets must be accompanied by an adult
• All pets must be leashed or in suitable carriers
• For safety and insurance purposes no children under 7 years of age

Should you have any questions, please contact the Animal Control Officer at (609) 844-7092.

Dog licenses are renewed in the Municipal Clerk’s office. Proof of current rabies certification and proof of spaying or neutering (if applicable) must be presented when a license is purchased by mail or in person.

The fee is $11.00 if spayed or neutered and $14.00 if not spayed or neutered. Effective March 1 a delinquent fee will be assessed in the amount of $5 plus $1 per month for each month delinquent.

Applications can be downloaded at www.lawrencetwp.com.

Should you have any questions regarding dog licensing, please contact the Municipal Clerk at (609) 844-7000.