Pet vaccination to prevent rabies
Cats, dogs, and ferrets should receive their first rabies vaccination at the age of 3 months and their second vaccination at the age of 1 year. After the second vaccination, the need for revaccination of cats and dogs is determined by the type of vaccine used, the number of rabies cases in your local area, and according to the local (such as municipal) laws.
- Annual vaccination may be needed in areas with a high incidence of rabies.
- Vaccination every 3 years may be needed in areas with a low incidence of rabies.
- Ferrets should be vaccinated every year.
Check with your veterinarian for the rabies vaccination schedule in your area.
| Author: | Douglas Dana Amy Fackler, MA Debby Golonka, MPH | Last Updated: November 28, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Christine Hahn, MD - Epidemiology Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine | |
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