Erie County Free Rabies Vaccine Clinic

Erie County will host two free drive-through rabies vaccine clinics in May 2026 at sites in the Town of Tonawanda and the City of Buffalo, inviting pet owners to take advantage of this public health service to protect dogs, cats and ferrets from this 100% fatal disease.

Saturday, May 2, 2026, 9 am- 1 pm
Town of Tonawanda Highway Garage
450 Woodward Avenue
Kenmore, NY 14217
(Located off Military, North of Kenmore Avenue)

Saturday, May 9, 2026, 9 am- 1 pm
Buffalo Public School #84 (Parking Lot)
462 Grider Street
Buffalo, NY 14214
(Located off Kensington Avenue, on ECMC Campus)

Things to know before coming to our rabies vaccination clinics
Rabies vaccine clinics

Dogs, cats and ferrets, ages 3 months and older, are eligible for this clinic.
Make sure pets are in a carrier or have on a collar and short leash. Do not use retractable or extended leashes.
Put contact info on your pet’s collar and carrier. Also, consider having your pet microchipped. Talk to your vet about this.
Up to three pets will be accepted per appointment.
Bring proof of pet’s previous vaccination in order to receive a three-year vaccination certificate, otherwise a one-year certificate will be given.
Please contact your veterinarian for vaccination information and for any questions you have regarding your pets.