Wednesday May 6, 2009

Louisville Metro Council
Media Advisory
For Immediate Release                               
Media Contact:  Stephen Haag, Jr.
574-1204 / 645-1752

Louisville, KY – Metro Councilman Stuart Benson (District 20) along with Metro Animal Services will host a Rabies, License and Microchip Clinic on Saturday, May 9th from 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. at the J-town Library (10635 Watterson Trail) Please remember that all restraint laws apply: your cat, dog, or ferret must be restrained by leash or carrier. If the animal has never been licensed with Metro Animal Services before, you must bring proof of spay/neuter surgery. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact the office of Councilman Benson at 574-1120. Please see below for details regarding specific costs.

Costs

For an altered cat, dog, or ferret:

• 1-year rabies vaccination and 1-year license: $17.50
• 3-year rabies vaccination and 3-year license: $36.50
• * Only available for animals which have a current rabies vaccination
• Microchip with national registration: $35.00

For an unaltered cat, dog, or ferret:

• 1-year rabies vaccination and 1-year license: $58.50* Unaltered animals are not eligible for 3-year licenses
•  * Only valid for previously licensed unaltered pets; applications will be   available for first-time licensing of  unaltered animals
• Microchip with national registration: $35.00

Sponsor:
Stuart Benson (R) 20