How long are rabies shots (vaccinations) for my dog or cat good?
For dogs or cats the first shot is only good for one year. The next (second) shot is effective for one or three years, depending on the vaccine used. The rabies certificate should give the expiration date of your dog’s or cat’s shot. What is the earliest age I can begin to have my dog or cat vaccinated against rabies? Three months of age. Twelve months later, a second shot must be given to complete the primary vaccination series. Will it hurt to vaccinate my dog or cat more often than required, such as every year, even though the rabies vaccination is good for three years? Although not necessary, it should not harm your animal. What other animals can be vaccinated against rabies? There are no rabies vaccines approved for any wildlife species (such as raccoons, skunks, and foxes). Your veterinarian has vaccines that are approved for use in horses, cows, and sheep. What should I do if my dog, cat, or farm animal has been exposed to a wild animal that I think may have rabies? Call your lo
