PITTSFIELD, Mass. — With an American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and Subaru Loves Pets Grant, all animal adoptions in October will be discounted by $50 and people can get their pet inoculated against the rabies virus or a free pet microchip on Oct. 29.

 

This initiative is also supported by community donations.

 

The free rabies and microchip clinic for cats and dogs will be from 9 am to 11 am at Haddad Subaru at 625 East Street. Dr. Charlotte Barkley of Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital will administer the vaccines. 

 

 Pet owners should bring the latest rabies certificate for their pet, even if it has expired. Dogs should be on a six-foot, non-retractable leash and cats should be in a carrier. 

 

"With this generous funding, we can help homeless animals find their forever families and keep pets in their homes by offering free services," said John Perreault, Executive Director of Berkshire Society. "We know pet owners have had a hard time scheduling veterinary appointments, so providing a free, walk-in rabies clinic rabies clinic helps keep animals up to date on their vaccinations. We’re also hoping people will take advantage of getting a free microchip for their pet. We scan all stray cats and dogs that come into the shelter for a microchip. It’s a great way to quickly reunite you and your pet if it gets lost."  

 

The clinic at Haddad Subaru begins a day of festivities at Haddad Subaru on Oct. 29, including food and giveaways. 

 

After the clinic, Live 95.9 will broadcast from 11 am right up to an on-the-air drawing at 1pm for a 2023 Subaru. 

 

Tickets are still available for $40 each or three for $100 and can be purchased at Haddad Subaru, Berkshire Humane Society, Nature’s Closet, Bartlett's Orchards, Chez Pet, Catwalk Boutique, Purradise, The Shop by Only in My Dreams Events and by calling 413-447-7878, extension 131. 

 

For more information, visit BerkshireHumane.org.