What are the requirements regarding Rabies vaccinations for dogs and cats in Texas?
New requirements by the Texas Department of Health (adoped in March 2003) now state that every dog and cat should recieve their first Rabies vaccination by the age of 16 weeks. At one year of age they should have a booster Rabies vaccination. Thereafter they can be vaccinated annually or every three years after discussion with their veterinarian regarding exposure risk and vaccine safety. At Plano Veterinary Group we use Merial Purevax non adjuvanted vaccine for cats that requires annual revaccination for Rabies (this is currently the safest vaccine available for cats). The canine vaccine is labeled for 3 years, but the decision when to revaccinate will be at the discretion of the client and the Vet.
