"Protect Your Pets from Rabies"

Gangbuk-gu, Rabies Vaccination in Autumn... Rabies Vaccination Conducted at 23 Animal Hospitals

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gangbuk-gu (Mayor Park Gyeom-su) is conducting a "Rabies Vaccination Campaign" until the 30th to improve animal welfare and ensure residents' safety during the autumn season.

The vaccination targets dogs and cats aged 3 months or older.

For companion dogs, only those registered under the Animal Protection Act are eligible. However, Jindo dogs or dangerous breeds that have a risk of contact or bite wounds from wild animals can be vaccinated regardless of registration status.

Vaccinations are carried out at 23 animal hospitals within the district. During this vaccination period, vaccine costs are fully covered, so animal owners only need to pay a 5,000 KRW procedure fee.

Rabies vaccination must be administered at least once a year, and failure to comply will result in fines according to relevant laws.

When visiting the hospital with a pet, owners must bring an identification tag displaying the registration number or an animal registration certificate. If the identification tag is implanted in the pet's body, verification will be done using an RFID reader.

If there are many applicants, vaccines may run out early, so it is advised to inquire at the hospital before visiting. Vaccination hospitals can be checked on the Gangbuk-gu Office website (News section).

The district plans to systematically operate the support project by providing each hospital with a register to record vaccination details and issuing certificates.

Mayor Park Gyeom-su of Gangbuk-gu said, "Rabies is a disease that can cause severe illness in both humans and animals, so the importance of prevention is especially emphasized," adding, "Please ensure at least one vaccination to protect not only your pet's safety but also your own health."

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