Low-cost pet vaccinations, microchips and registration available Saturday, May 26

May 8, 2018

GALVESTON COUNTY, Texas – The Galveston County Animal Resource Center (ARC) is happy to
host a low-cost pet vaccination clinic on Saturday, May 26. The event, open to residents of any
city, will also include pet micro chipping and county registration. Low-Cost Vet Vaccinations
Low-cost vaccinations, flea control and heartworm testing and treatment services through Pet
Vaccination Services (PVS) range from $15 to $80. Specific PVS pricing can be found online at
www.petvaccs.com or by calling 713-738-3131 or 210- 377-2222. Microchips and Registration
Microchips are available for all cats and dogs, regardless of jurisdiction, for just $20 each.
County regulation requires pet owners who live in the municipalities served by the ARC (Bayou
Vista, Hitchcock, Kemah, La Marque, Texas City, Tiki Island and unincorporated Galveston County) to register their pets. There is no registration fee for pets that are already micro chipped. Registration for pets that are not micro chipped is $20 and includes a microchip. The fee is $15 for pet owners age 65 and older. Location
The event will take place in the ARC parking lot, located at 3412 25th Avenue North (Loop 197
North) in Texas City from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, May 26. Appointments are not needed.
Cash, check and major credit cards are accepted.

For more information,
call the ARC at 409-948-2485.

WHAT: Low-Cost Pet Vaccinations and Registration
WHEN: Saturday, May 26 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
WHERE: Galveston County Animal Resource Center, 3412 25th Avenue North (Loop 197 North),
Texas City.

About the Galveston County Animal Resource Center
The largest, most modern and best-equipped animal shelter in Galveston County, the Animal Resource Center (ARC) provides animal
services to Bayou Vista, Hitchcock, Kemah, La Marque, Texas City, Tiki Island and unincorporated Galveston County. Learn more at
www.arcpets.org or by calling (409) 948-2485.
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GCHD provides services and programs that protect the everyday health and well-being of

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