Rabies Program
Working together for a healthier tomorrow!Craig P. Umbel, LEHS
Director of Environmental Health
Room 102
Phone: 301-334-7760
FAX: 301-334-7769
E-Mail: environmental.health
@maryland.gov
Hours of Operation:
Mon. – Fri. 8:00am – 5:00pm
Garrett County Rabies Program
IMPORTANT: Garrett County has experienced one case of rabies in 2024 to date and two cases in 2023. Protect your pets and your family from the threat of this disease by bringing your dogs, cats, and ferrets to the clinic in your area. Cost per animal – $5.00.
- Swanton Community Building
- Thursday 5-6 p.m. – 5/16/2024
- Garrett County Health Department (Oakland)
- Saturday 10-11 a.m. – 5/18/2024
- Grantsville Elementary School
- Monday 5-6 p.m. – 5/20/2024
- Friendsville Elementary School
- Wednesday 5-6 p.m. – 5/22/2024
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It is important to remember that if your pet is exposed to a wild animal, do not handle your pet within two hours after contact. However, if it is necessary, wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after contact. If you have been bitten by a wild animal that cannot be captured or exposed to an animal suspected of having rabies, seek medical treatment immediately. Persons with questions regarding rabies or rabies clinics should call Environmental Health Services at 301-334-7760.
Only pets under the control of a responsible person may be brought to the clinic. Dogs MUST be on a leash. Cats and ferrets MUST be in a cage or tightly secured box with air holes. If a cage/carrier is not available cats MUST be carried in a pillowcase or suitable cloth sack. No other animals will be vaccinated.
Picture: Happy Dog
Official Recommendation from the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for dogs, cats, and ferrets 3 months and older:
PET | VACCINATE |
Puppies, Kittens & Ferrets (under 1 year) |
3 months of age & revaccinate after 12 months. |
Dogs & Cats (Over 1 year) |
Vaccinate every 3 years after first series has been completed. |
Ferrets | Must be vaccinated every year |
*Maryland State Law requires all dogs, cats & ferrets over the age of 4 months to be vaccinated against rabies.
Helpful Links:
Treatment Guidance: https://garretthealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Rabies-HRIG-Letter-Signed-by-GCHD-and-MDH-for-HCPs-01-12-2018-1.pdf
Vaccine Information: https://garretthealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Rabies-Vaccine-Information-2018.pdf
Fact Sheet: https://garretthealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Rabies-Fact-Sheet.pdf
Recent Rabies Program News
May Low-Cost Rabies Clinics Scheduled Across Garrett County
Health Department Reports First Case of Lab-Confirmed Rabies for 2024
CONTACT PERSON: Bryce A. Manges, L.E.H.S. TELEPHONE: 301-334-7760 Environmental Health Services of the Garrett County Health Department reports the first case of laboratory-confirmed rabies for 2024. The raccoon and dog encounter occurred on February 29, 2024, near...
Second Case of Rabies for 2023 Confirmed in Garrett County
By Diane Lee, Public Information Officer, Garrett County Health Department Environmental Health Services of the Garrett County Health Department reports the county’s second case of laboratory-confirmed rabies for 2023. The encounter occurred near Dry Run Road on...
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By Diane Lee, Public Information Officer, Garrett County Health Department The Garrett County Health Department announces the final series of low-cost rabies clinics for 2023. The vaccination of dogs, cats, and ferrets will begin Monday, September 11, and conclude...
Health Department Reports First Case of Lab-confirmed Rabies for 2023
By Diane Lee, Public Information Officer, Garrett County Health Department Environmental Health Services of the Garrett County Health Department reports the first case of laboratory-confirmed rabies for 2023. This case occurred near the Friendsville area where a...
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