Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 12, 2023 Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic set for May 20 in Malden Anyone is welcome from Malden and surrounding communities to bring their dog or cat for just $15.00 By Steve Freker T he Malden Rabies Vaccine Clinic is back and will be held on Saturday, May 20 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Malden Central Fire Station. Malden Police Dept. Animal Control Officer Kevin Alkins is urging all Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 pet “parents” in Malden and surrounding communities to take advantage of the return of the Rabies Vaccine Clinic. The clinic was postponed during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic but is now “back in business” for the second year in a row, according to Alkins. While in the past the clinic has been open to Malden residents only, the pet protection clinic is now available to all nonresidents as well. “We want to make sure anyone who wants to take advantage of the clinic and protect their beloved dogs and cats can have this opportunity,” Alkins said. “We have had successful rabies vaccination clinics for many years in Malden and our residents appreciate the services offered here.” Alkins said now more than ever is the time to have pets vaccinated, since many dogs and cats may have missed their rabies vaccinations during 2020 and 2021 in the first years of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Pets need protection from rabies, which is a life-threatening disease to animals and humans,” Alkins said. “With the better weather and the increase of wildlife presence right in our residential neighborhoods and business areas, Our 50th Anniversary Dan - 1972 We Sell Cigars & Accessories! Chris 2023 * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! SPECIAL SALE! TRAVEL HUMIDORS & ALL BONGS! SPRING AHEAD - SAVE BIG BUCKS! CIGAR SMOKER’S DELIGHT! ALL MAJOR BRANDS Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes 15 Handmade Cigars - (incl. a Cohiba) $43.95 NEW STORE HOURS: Mon. - Sat.: 9AM - 7PM Sunday & Holidays: 9AM - 6PM A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 --------HUMIDORS ON SALE! STARTING AT $99. COMPLETE! --------ted through the bite of a rabid animal. The rabies virus infects the central nervous system of animals and humans alike, ultimately causing disease in the brain and death. This year’s Malden Rabies VacMalden Police Animal Control Officer Kevin Alkins urges all pet “parents” in Malden and the area to have their animals vaccinated against rabies. (Courtesy/City of Malden) it is vital that pets are vaccinated against rabies.” The biggest rise of wild animals in the area have been coyotes, with other common animals afflicted with rabies being raccoons, skunks and opossums. Rabies is a preventable viral disease most often transmitcination Clinic will be held on Saturday, May 20 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Malden Central Fire Station (1 Sprague St., corner of Salem Street). The fire station is located directly across the street from Malden High School (77 Salem St.). The cost of the Rabies Vaccination for dogs and cats is only $15.00 per shot with the following regulations: • All dogs must be leashed • All cats must be in a carrier • Masks are optional, but all those attending are encouraged to continue to observe social distancing considerations For any questions or for more information, contact Malden Police Animal Control at 781-3977171 x1302. Gov. Healey attends City Tree Planting Initiative Governor Healy joined Mayor Gary Christenson and Ward 7 Councilor Chris Simonelli on a city-wide tree planting initiative at the Ferry Way School recently.
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