In honor of World Rabies Day on Wednesday, Sept. 28, Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) will host a rabies vaccination clinic from 9-11 a.m. at PACC, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. World Rabies Day is a global health observance that aims to raise awareness about rabies and enhance prevention and control efforts.

Rabies is a virus that affects warm-blooded mammals, including humans, and is most often transmitted through the bite of an infected animal. The rabies virus infects the central nervous system, ultimately causing brain disease and death. However, rabies is preventable. The best way to protect pets is through a rabies vaccine administered by a licensed veterinarian. Once symptoms of this disease appear, it is too late to save an animal that hasn’t been vaccinated.

During the World Rabies Day clinic, rabies vaccines will be administered for $13 each or free with a dog license purchased at the event. License fees are as follows (licensing late fees may apply):

• $15 for altered dogs – proof of alteration (spayed/neutered) required
• $60 for unaltered dogs
• Citizens older than 65 years are eligible to receive a discounted dog license – proof of age required
• Low-income individuals may be eligible to receive a discounted dog license – call (520) 243-5969 in advance of the clinic for details and requirements

To reduce wait time and ensure the clinic runs smoothly, all dogs must be leashed and under the control of an adult and all cats must be secured within cat carriers. If possible, pet owners should bring a record of the previous vaccine so staff can determine the expiration date for the new vaccine.

For more information about PACC, visit www.pimaanimalcare.org or call (520) 243-5900.

Adoption discounts continue at Pima Animal Care Center

Pima Animal Care Center has a high number of furry friends available for adoption. There are currently more than two hundred dogs and cats available at the shelter with more arriving daily. To encourage people to find homes for these pets, PACC is offering reduced rates for all adoptable pets.

All adoptable animals are altered, vaccinated and microchipped, and dogs older than three months are licensed before going to their new homes.

Discounted adoption prices:

• Puppies: $50
• Dogs: $35 plus a $15 license
• Kittens: $50
• Cats: $35

Adoption prices for longer-term residents and those with minor behavioral or medical issues that the new adopter will need to address are further reduced. Please inquire with shelter staff or volunteers for more information about special-needs animals.

Discounted adoption prices for animals that have been at the shelter for two weeks or longer:

• Puppies: $25
• Dogs: $15 plus a $15 license
• Kittens: $25
• Cats: $15

PACC is also in need of volunteers to take animals to offsite adoption venues and to support its rescue partners who are invaluable in helping sick and injured animals recover and find happy homes. Please visit www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900 to learn more about volunteering.

Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, is open Monday through Friday noon to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about PACC, please visit www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.

There are more than two hundred dogs and cats available for adoption at the Pima Animal Care Center and a high volume of animals continue to arrive daily. To encourage adopters to find homes for these animals, PACC is further reducing its rates for all adoptable pets immediately.

Discounted adoption prices are as follows:

•    Adult dogs: $35 plus a $15 license
•    Puppies: $50
•    Adult cats: $35 (two for the price of one on Mondays and Tuesdays)
•    Kittens: $50
•    Adult dogs and cats that have been at the shelter for two weeks or longer: $15 (includes the license for dogs)
•    Puppies and kittens that have been at the shelter for two weeks or longer: $25

Special-needs animals that may have minor behavioral or medical issues that the new adopter will need to address are also being offered at a discounted rate. Please inquire with shelter staff or volunteers for further information.

All adoptable animals are altered, vaccinated and microchipped, and dogs older than three months are licensed before going to their new homes.

PACC is also looking for volunteers to take animals to offsite adoption venues and for support for its rescue partners who are invaluable in helping sick and injured animals recover and find happy homes.

Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, is open Monday through Friday noon to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information about PACC, please visit www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.

$10 reduced adoption fees continue through July 17, 2011

Pima County residents adopted 10,542 pets from Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) during the 2010/2011 fiscal year. That exceeded PACC’s adoption goal of placing 10,000 animals into homes.

To celebrate that success, PACC has extended the $10 for 10,000 adoption campaign through Find-a- Friend Weekend July 16-17. During this special campaign, all cats and dogs can be adopted for $10, which is significantly less than the normal fee.

As a special thank you to residents who come to PACC Saturday, July 16, a light brunch will be provided from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

There are many gentle and wonderful pets ready and waiting for a loving family to adopt them. Please consider making a difference in their lives by visiting the Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Road. Regular hours of operation are Monday through Friday noon to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information about PACC, please visit www.pimaanimalcare.org or call 243-5900.