. . . We've been informed by the Sonoma County Department of Health Services that a domestic cat in Glen Ellen has tested positive for Rabies. This is the first known case of Rabies in Sonoma County since 1997 when a dog entered California with the disease. The owners of the cat have received post-exposure preventative care. Animal Care and Control visited the neighborhood where the cat lived and notified neighbors of a possible risk of exposure to rabies if they had contact with the cat. At this time there is no evidence that any other animals or humans have been exposed. This incident does however serve as an important reminder that rabies is still present in our animal population and that is important to keep your pets vaccinated. This would be a good time to check your pet's vaccination history and have him or her vaccinated if it's due. Some medical conditions will preclude the need for a rabies vaccination.   

   . . . We'll be introducing a new walk-in clinic to provide basic health screening and vaccination services at a reduced cost to our clients. This will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis two Tuesday afternoons a month from 2:30 - 5:00 pm. It will include a wellness exam, vaccinations as deemed necessary by the veterinarian, and heartworm test and fecal/parasite screen.       

     The cost will be 50% of our regular fees for these services. Pets who have a history of vaccine reaction will not be eligible for the walk-in clinic nor will pets who are sick or injured. We will see emergencies during this time. 

     The schedule for the walk-in clinic will be posted on our web site in the next few weeks.