Bellingham/Franklin Rabies Clinic Offered
Bellingham and Franklin Animal Control is offering a Rabies Clinic on April 11th from 9 am - Noon at the Bellingham DPW located at 26 Blackstone Street, Bellingham, MA. The fee is $20 (cash please).
Do Indoor-Only Pets Need Vaccinations?
Indoor pets are not immune to disease exposure. Pathogens can enter the home through shoes, windows, or visitors, and indoor cats and dogs can still get sick.
Core vaccines are recommended for all pets, regardless of lifestyle. Diseases like rabies, distemper, and panleukopenia can be fatal and are easily prevented.
Vaccination protects your pet, your family, and the community. It’s a vital part of responsible pet ownership, even for indoor-only animals.
How do indoor pets get exposed to disease?
Human Traffic - Family members can unknowingly bring viruses, bacteria, and fungal spores into the home.
Vet Visits and Grooming - Routine vet care, boarding, or grooming visits can expose pets to other animals, even if they’re kept in separate areas.
Emergencies - If your indoor-only pet ever escapes (even once), they’ll be completely unprotected. Lost or frightened pets are more likely to come into contact with infected animals or environments.
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