Low Cost Vaccination Clinic in Texarkana Tuesday, September 11

There is a low cost vaccination clinic in Texarkana today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the old K-mart parking lot behind Taco Bell, Burger King and Hooters on Stateline.

Low cost vaccinations, heartworm and flea medications, micro-chips, nail trimming and other services will be available at the clinic. There is also a low cost spay and neuter clinic by appointment only. The Low-Cost Pet Vaccination Clinic is operated by the Animal Protection League which is based out of Sulphur Springs, Texas.

Vaccinations are available on a walk-in basis as are products for heartworm and flea prevention.

Appointments must be made in advance for spay and neuter services. Dogs over 80 pounds need to visit one of the stationary clinics for spay or neuter.

This clinic is not set up as competition for our vets in Texarkana. It is as a low cost alternative for pet owners who cannot otherwise afford the services.

Dog Spay/Neuter Costs:

• Neuter under 40 pounds $55
• Neuter 40 to 80 pounds $65
• Spay under 40 pounds $60
• Spay 40 to 80 pounds $70

Cat Spay/Neuter Costs

• Neuter $35
• Spay $45

Low-Cost Vaccinations for Dogs

• Rabies $7
• Distemper/Parvo $12
• Bordatella $12
• Package cost for all 3 vaccines $25

Low-Cost Vaccinations for Cats

• Rabies $7
• Distemper $12
• Leukemia $12
• Package for all 3 vaccines $25

This is a great opportunity to get your pets updated on vaccinations. Protecting your pets from diseases is very important as well as preventing them from reproducing over and over. Our local shelters are full from dogs and cats in our neighborhoods that have not been fixed.

If you need heartworm prevention today, you need to provide proof that your pet has tested negative within the past year or pay a reduced fee of $20 to have your pet tested. Heartworm prevention medication ranges from $5 for one dose to a small dog to $125 for a six month supply for a large dog. Comfortis flea prevention for dogs and Revolution flea prevention for cats are also available at a reduced cost. Microchips are also available for just $30 that includes a lifetime registration. Many more services are available. For more pricing information visit APLspayneuter.org

Animal Protection League is a non-profit organization that was formed in 1984 in the State of Texas as an animal rescue and adoption agency. In May of 1996, they reorganized and began operating a low cost spay/neuter and vaccination program which is located in Sulpher Springs, Texas. In January of this year, the league was able to purchase a 20' surgical trailer to allow the clinic to hit the road and visit surrounding communities.

Animal Protection League will be back on Tuesday, September 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you would like to make an appointment to have your pet spayed or neutered, visit APLspayneuter.org or call 903-440-4911.