Is there a law in Washington State regarding Rabies shots?

Answer 1

Yes, dogs must be vaccinated by 6 months old..and again one year later, and then every 3 years.

All rabies vaccinations have to be given by a veterinarian, unless you are living on Federal land..

Answer 2

Hi Carol...Washington state does require rabies vaccinations: http://www.doh.wa.gov/notify/nc/rabies.htm

Here are the search results for WA state rabies law: http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&q=+washington+state+rabies+laws&btnG=Search

Answer 3

There are laws in EVERY state regarding rabies vaccines for pets. Call your town ckerk and they can tell you what they are. Or call your vet and ask!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Not all states follow the same protocol, so check and make sure what is required for YOUR state!

Answer 4

Why would you ask such a question here, when all you have to do is a simple Internet search using any search engine to find the actual law itself (rather than just what some anonymous person on Yahoo THINKS is correct)???

(The answer is yes.)

Answer 5

Pets are good for your health, apparently. A cuddly cat, a loving dog: Some people are so attached to their pets you'd think they were part of the family. Well, as any pet owner will tell you, they are! But unlike relationships with human family members, which can sometimes be difficult and a source of stress, owning a pet can significantly improve overall health and reduce risk of disease. "The benefits of pet ownership are real -- physically, mentally and psychosocially," confirms Dr. Daniel Joffe, a Calgary veterinarian who specializes in companion animals.

Dr. Joffe points out that pet therapy or what is known in medical circles as "Animal Assisted Therapy" (AAT) has been shown in dozens of studies to reduce loneliness and improve health in many different kinds of patients.

THE BENEFITS OF PET THERAPY

Research into animal assisted therapy (AAT) has revealed that pets and patients are a health-boosting combination. Dr. Joffe's review of the medical literature, including the Journal of Gerontology Medical Sciences, Nursing Clinics of North America, the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, the Journal of Preventive and Social Medicine, Holistic Nursing Practice, and the American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease & Other Dementias, has revealed that pet therapy has the following benefits:

-- It can increase social interaction among patients in a long-stay psychiatric population.

-- In a nursing home or residential care center, even patients who are usually withdrawn like to pat, talk to and even walk a pet. This not only gets them out and about and talking to other people, it also provides opportunities for physical and recreational therapy.

-- Companion animals are good company for orthopedic patients who may not be very mobile as a result of a broken limb or a back problem, for instance.

-- When patients with dementia are given AAT, they become less agitated and more interested in social interaction.

-- In patients with HIV/AIDS, AAT can help prevent or combat loneliness and depression and increase feelings of happiness. AAT with a cat can complement supportive relationships with family and friends.

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Answer 6

all vaccinations should be or a in effect in every state