Low-Cost Vaccination Clinics

Find upcoming clinic information, pricing for vaccinations and licensing, recommended vaccine guidance, and additional community resources below.

Animal Services Vaccination Clinic

Washoe County Regional Animal Services offers a low-cost vaccination clinic on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 3:00pm to 7:00pm.

Schedule an Appointment

Appointments are released on the 1st Thursday of each month.

Deposit Policy

A $10 deposit is required to secure your appointment and will go toward your total cost.

No-shows forfeit the deposit as a donation to the Injured Animal Fund.

Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Appointment Location

Washoe County Regional Animal Services 2825 Longley Ln. #A, Reno, NV 89502 Located in the same complex as the Nevada Humane Society; look for Suite A.

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Clinic Pricing

Vaccination clinic pricing and service details
Vaccine / Service	Price	Details
Rabies	$15	Core vaccine for cats and dogs
DA2PPV / FVRCP	FREE	Core vaccine, no-cost thanks to Petco Love
Bordetella	$15	Non-core vaccine for dogs
De-worming	$10	Non-core service for dogs
Microchipping	FREE	Free for Washoe County residents, $31 for non-residents

Recommended Vaccines

WCRAS veterinary staff recommends the following vaccines and schedule as a general guide. The schedule below shows the recommended age for the first dose or minimum starting age, followed by how often each vaccine or service is typically given.

Important Disclaimer

This information is provided for general educational purposes only. Vaccine types and schedules should be discussed with your pet’s primary veterinarian, as recommendations can vary for each individual animal based on lifestyle, health status, age, and risk of exposure.

Core vaccines

Core vaccines are generally recommended for all pets regardless of lifestyle. Rabies vaccination is required by law for dogs, cats, and ferrets over 4 months old.

Dogs

Recommended starting age and frequency for common dog vaccines and services.

Microchip Permanent identification

At least 8 weeks old Once

Rabies * Core vaccine

First dose: 12 weeks old 1 year after first shot, then every 3 years

DA2PPV * Core vaccine

First dose: 6 weeks old Every 3–4 weeks until 20 weeks old, then annually

Bordetella For social or boarded dogs

First dose: 8 weeks old Booster in 2–4 weeks, then annually

Pyrantel Deworming medication

First dose: 4 weeks old 2 to 3 doses by 20 weeks old

Cats

Recommended starting age and frequency for common cat vaccines and services.

Microchip Permanent identification

At least 8 weeks old Once

Rabies * Core vaccine

First dose: 12 weeks old 1 year after first shot, then every 3 years

FVRCP * Core vaccine

First dose: 6 weeks old Every 3–4 weeks until 20 weeks old, then annually

Pyrantel Deworming medication

First dose: 4 weeks old 2 to 3 doses by 20 weeks old

Microchip

A small, permanent electronic identification device, about the size of a grain of rice, that is injected under a pet’s skin.

Rabies (Core Vaccine)

Protects pets against the rabies virus. Up-to-date rabies vaccinations are required by law for dogs, cats, and ferrets over 4 months old.

FVRCP (Core Vaccine)

Protects cats against feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia.

DA2PPV (Core Vaccine)

Protects dogs against distemper, adenovirus type 2 hepatitis, parvovirus, and parainfluenza.

Bordetella

Protects dogs against kennel cough. It is often recommended for dogs that are frequently exposed to other dogs in boarding or social settings.

Pyrantel

An antiworm medication used to treat roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and other common worm infections in both cats and dogs.

Dog Licensing Fees

Dog license fees vary based on whether the dog is altered, unaltered, or eligible for a senior or military discount.

Altered Dogs

1 year: $16
3 year: $48
Senior 60+: $8 for 1 year / $24 for 3 years
Military active or retired - 1 year: Free

Unaltered Dogs

1 year: $30
3 year: $90

Additional Low-Cost Vaccine Resources

Please confirm clinic dates, prices, appointment requirements, and availability directly with each provider before visiting.

Washoe County Regional Animal Services (“WCRAS”) does not endorse or sponsor any product, service, or vendor contained on this page. Users are encouraged to do their own research. WCRAS is not liable in any dispute between a listed third-party and a customer.

Nevada Humane Society

2825 Longley Lane, Suite B, Reno

Hours: Wednesday 9:30–11:30am and Sunday 1–3pm
Prices: Approximately $15 vaccines; $20 microchips

Book NHS Clinic

SPCA of Northern Nevada

75 E. Moana Lane, Reno

Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 11:00am–3:30pm
Prices: Most vaccines $20; influenza $35

Book SPCA Clinic

Palomino Valley Pet Rescue

Rotating locations in Reno/Sparks

Hours: 2nd/4th Thursday evenings; some Saturdays
Convenience: Walk-ins welcome; no appointment needed
Prices: Range from $23–$43

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