Rabies Vaccine Required for All Cats in Illinois

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Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner signed legislation into law that amended Illinois’ Animal Control Act. As of January 2019, all cats and kittens 4 months of age and older must be vaccinated for rabies and given a second rabies shot within one year of the first vaccination. As is currently done with dogs, counties will issue a vaccination certificate and a rabies tag, which they will provide to veterinarians to distribute.

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Jackie Brown is a freelance writer from Southern California who specializes in the pet industry. Reach her at jackiebrownwriter.wordpress.com.

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