Rabies vaccine

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3. State law in all 50 states requires rabies vaccines for dogs (most for cats too)... If a veterinary clinic

has a pet owner come in who refuses rabies for their dog, veterinarians are subject to sanctions if they do not inform the owner that state law requires it and that they and their staff cannot treat or even allow a dog to remain in the clinic unless proof of prior rabies vaccine is presented or they vaccinate them on the spot for rabies. While there might be a new graduate vet here and there who might not realize that, my understanding is they are immediately all but "slapped down" by clinic staff and senior veterinarians if they do not follow suit. This is serious business. Given this ends up being a part of discussions in my ER with animal control, exposed human patients, and state authorities, I am well versed on the legalities and expectations.

So, no. That is not something allowed by law. Obviously the morons that hide away (as do many moronic people that "crime" under the radar) and never present themselves are not going to have officials come door to door. But for all practical purposes they MUST.