Free Rabies Shot Clinic For Cats And Dogs Scheduled In Deptford

DEPTFORD, NJ — If your dog or cat needs a rabies vaccination for their 2023 licensing, Deptford Township is holding a free drive-thru clinic in April.

The township announced the next rabies shot clinic will be Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 9-10:30 a.m. at the Deptford Community Center (1219 Delsea Drive, Westville NJ 08093). License tags for dogs will be available for the year 2023; all licenses expire Jan. 31 of each year.

County officials urge pet owners to keep their pets' vaccination status up to date. They also advise adults and children to avoid any wild animals, and to not approach stray dogs or cats. Rabies is spread through the saliva of infected animals, and can be deadly if left untreated.

The event is sponsored by the Deptford Township mayor and council.

Dogs must be on leashes and cats must be in soft carriers, officials said.

There are a number of dates scheduled around Gloucester County between January and April for residents to get their cats and dogs vaccinated against rabies, free of charge. The county Board of Commissioners, Department of Health and Human Services, and Animal Shelter are working together to organize the clinics. Click here to see the full list.