§ 10-3. Rabies vaccination of dogs and cats.

(a)

Designation of qualified persons. All veterinarians actively engaged in the practice of that profession in the state, who are duly registered and licensed as such by the state, are hereby authorized to vaccinate dogs and cats against rabies and to execute certificates of vaccination.

(b)

Vaccination required. Annually, at his expense, every owner of any dog or cat in the town shall have such cat or dog vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian of his choice. Evidence of such vaccination shall consist of a current certificate issued and signed by the veterinarian administering the vaccine or other reasonable proof. However, no dog or cat needs to be vaccinated where a licensed veterinarian has examined the animal and certified that at such time vaccination would endanger its health because of its age, infirmity, debility, illness or other medical consideration, and such exception certificate is presented to the animal control officer within five days of such examination. However, the animal shall be vaccinated against rabies as soon thereafter as conditions permit.

State law reference

Rabies vaccination required, F.S. § 828.30.