The Cumberland County Department of Public Health will hold a “Vax Your Pet, Vax Yourself” event on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Health Department, located at 1235 Ramsey St. in Fayetteville.

Residents may bring their pets in to receive rabies vaccinations, and while there, humans can receive COVID-19 and flu vaccines at no cost. Appointments are not required. Walk-ins are welcome.

During the event, organizations will also distribute free items and information about programs and services. The Cumberland County Public Library, Department of Social Services, WIC, and the Public Health education team will participate.

There will be a prize raffle for $100 pre-paid cards every hour. You must be present to win.

 

Vax Your Pet

Rabies vaccinations for dogs and cats will be $5 for each animal. North Carolina Law states, “The owner of every dog and cat over four months of age shall have the animal vaccinated against rabies.”

To remain properly immunized, a dog or cat must receive two rabies vaccinations one year apart, then one vaccination every three years thereafter. Dog and cat owners in Cumberland County who have not vaccinated their pets in accordance with this law are subject to a $100 civil penalty.
While at the clinic, owners must keep dogs leashed and cats in separate carriers or boxes. Owners may be held responsible for any damage their pet causes at the clinic.

Cash is the only accepted method of payment. Please bring exact change to pay the $5 per animal fee. Please do not bring rolled coins. Checks, debit and credit cards will not be accepted.

 

Vax Yourself

Free flu shots are available to everyone regardless of insurance status. Participants will not be billed for flu vaccines. Participants will complete a short registration form when they arrive at the clinic. If insured, a copy of the insurance cards will be made, and the insurance company will be billed.

Children 18 and younger can receive a free flu vaccine through the Vaccines for Children program. Anyone accompanying a minor must show proof of custody.
COVID-19 Vaccinations

The Department of Public Health administers Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations. Vaccines are free regardless of insurance status. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the 2023–2024 updated COVID-19 vaccines.

•Everyone aged five years and older should get one dose of the updated Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to protect against serious illness from COVID-19.

•People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised may get additional doses of the updated COVID-19 vaccine.

•Children aged six months to 4 years need multiple doses of COVID-19 vaccines to be up to date, including at least one dose of the up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine.

Test Yourself

The Cumberland County Public Health Sexually Transmitted Infections express clinic will be open during this event with confidential testing for HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and other STIs. Testing is free, regardless of insurance status.

Call 910-433-3600 to schedule an appointment.

For more information about Cumberland County Department of Public Health programs, visit cumberlandcountync.gov/departments/public-health or call 910-433-3600.