Local Pet owners are being reminded of new vaccination rules.
As of July 1st, all dogs, cats and ferrets over the age of 3 months must be vaccinated regularly against the deadly disease.
All horses, cattle and sheep intended to come into direct contact with the general public must also be vaccinated.
The Northwestern Health Unit area was previously exempt from mandatory rabies vaccination for pets.
Horses, cattle and sheep in the care of their owner alone don’t have to get immunized.
Rabies vaccinations for your pets must be updated every 1 to 3 years.
