North Beach PAWS is set to conduct five dog and cat vaccination clinics at various locations in Western Washington this year.
The Grays Harbor County-based nonprofit conducted two clinics in 2023, where more than 300 animals received vaccinations and/or microchips.
Washington State law requires all dogs and cats to be vaccinated against rabies. Other diseases such as distemper are prevalent in wildlife and can infect unvaccinated pets, according to North Beach PAWS.
“Thanks to vaccinations, numerous common diseases are entirely preventable. A microchip is the only permanent identification that can reunite you with your beloved lost pet. Unlike collars and ID tags that can break or get lost, a microchip will last for the life of your pet,” North Beach PAWS said in a news release.
Vaccinations and microchips are $20 each. The core vaccines include rabies, DAPP and Bordetella for dogs, and rabies, FVRCP, and flea treatment for cats.
Clinic dates and locations are:
• May 19, 1 to 4 p.m., in Rochester at the Feed Bin.
• June 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Westport at the South Beach Regional Fire Authority Training Center.
• July 14, 1 to 4 p.m., in Montesano at Farm and Home
• Aug. 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Grays Harbor College
• Sept. 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Ocean Shores at ACE Hardware
Each event is first-come, first-served. Dogs must be leashed, and cats must be in carriers.
Call 360-660-4660 for more information.
North Beach PAWS is an all-volunteer, no-kill animal shelter co-founded in 2002 by longtime Ocean Shores resident Lorna Valdez.
In addition to providing shelter services, “North Beach PAWS promotes the spaying and neutering of dogs and cats in order to reduce overpopulation, is dedicated to educating the community to create responsible pet guardianship and seeks justice for animals that are victims of abuse,” the nonprofit stated in a news release.
