Dorchester County Health Department Announces Rabies Clinics
The Dorchester County Health Department is holding rabies clinics in Church Creek and East New Market on October 7th and 10th, offering $5 rabies vaccinations for pets.
Salisbury, MD, September 22, 2026 —
The Dorchester County Health Department has announced upcoming rabies vaccination clinics for pets. These clinics aim to provide accessible and affordable preventative care against the rabies virus.
The scheduled dates for the clinics are October 7th and October 10th. The health department will be hosting these events in two locations within the county. Residents of Church Creek can access services on October 7th, while those in East New Market will have their clinic on October 10th. Specific times and exact addresses for each location were not provided in the summary.
A key feature of these clinics is the nominal fee for vaccinations. Pet owners can obtain rabies vaccinations for their pets at a cost of $5 per dose. This low price point is intended to encourage widespread participation and ensure a higher level of rabies immunity within the local pet population. Rabies is a serious and potentially fatal viral disease that can affect mammals, including domestic pets and humans.
The Dorchester County Health Department regularly conducts public health initiatives to promote animal and community safety. Rabies vaccination is a critical component of responsible pet ownership and is often required by state and local regulations. Further details regarding clinic hours, specific locations within Church Creek and East New Market, and any age or species restrictions for pets were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Brian Roche on www.wmdt.com, see more information here.
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