Cancelled clinic rescheduled

Published on 16 January 2019

A microchipping and vaccination clinic which was due to take place in December, but was cancelled due to bush fires, has been rescheduled for February 3.

Chair of the Planning and Regulatory Committee, Councillor Ellen Smith, said Council was helping owners to access affordable vaccinations and microchipping to keep their dog healthy, happy and safe.

“It was unfortunate that the December clinic had to be cancelled, but we had to do what was safest for the animals and their owners. We didn’t want to put a large group of animals together in a situation where there’s the potential for them to get excited and overheat,” Cr Smith said.

“We have had so much interest and seen hundreds of pets over the course of the clinics, so I’m really pleased we’ve been able to reschedule to give even more residents access to subsidised services for their dog.

“If you hold an eligible concession card there are significant discounts available to you so that you can vaccinate your dog without breaking the bank.

“Even if there are no concession cards in your household, microchipping is still available to all for just $10, with Council covering the rest of the cost.”

The clinic will take place on Sunday February 3, from 7.30am to midday at the Walter Pearce Pavilion, Rockhampton Showgrounds.

Dog Vaccinations

C3 vaccinations (parvovirus, distemper, infectious hepatitis) discounted to $15 will be offered for dogs that are owned by a Rockhampton Regional Council resident who can provide one of the following:

• Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
• Pensioner Concession Card
• Health Care Card
• Newstart Allowance

Dog Microchipping

All Rockhampton Regional Council dog owners can access discounted microchipping for $10 per dog.

Find out more here.