WIMAUMA, Fla. — The Humane Society of Tampa Bay is once again hosting one of their largest community outreach efforts; their free shots for dog event Saturday at the Wimauma Civic Center.
The first 1,000 pet owners to show up with their dogs at the civic center will secure a free distemper, parvovirus and rabies vaccinations for their pets.
Feeding Tampa Bay will also be there with their mobile pantry pop-up grocery store where those in need of affordable food options can shop for free.
Other available resources include SNAP consultations and free licenses for pets.
The event takes place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., though the Humane Society notes that the line does form early.
There are requirements those attending the event must meet:
- Dogs must be at least 8 weeks old to receive DA2PP vaccines and at least 3 months old to receive Rabies vaccinations
- Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes
- The Humane Society will not vaccinate litters of puppies; only individual puppies will be vaccinated
- Limit 4 pets per household
- No breeders allowed
- Cats are not permitted at this event for their own safety and security
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