Free & low-cost dog vaccine clinics near you
Dog and puppy vaccination clinics only: rabies shots, DHPP (distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza, parvo), bordetella where offered, microchipping, and low-cost spay/neuter days. Run by municipal animal-care agencies, humane societies and mobile vet teams. Every dog clinic below has a confirmed upcoming date — bring a short leash and any prior vaccine records.
Listings refresh daily. Last updated 2026-09-03.
Upcoming free dog vaccine, rabies and microchip clinics
- HAP Stanton Vaccine Clinic — 2026-09-05 · Wilmington, DE
- HAP Wilmington Vaccine Clinic — 2026-09-05 · 5:00 AM · Wilmington, DE
- Free Dog Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — 17th District Police Department — 2026-09-10 · 10:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- Free Pet Vaccine Clinic — spcaLA South Bay Pet Adoption Center (Hawthorne, CA) — 2026-09-12 · 3:00 PM · Los Angeles, CA
- Two Bostons Pet Wellness Fair 2026 — 2026-09-12 · 11:00 AM · St. Charles, IL
- Dog Wellness Fair — CICS Prairie School — 2026-09-12 · 10:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- Free Dog Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — Matteson Municipal Building — 2026-09-12 · 8:00 AM · Matteson, IL
- Free Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — 25th District Police Department — 2026-09-12 · 11:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- Free Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — Schaumburg Town Hall (Hoffman Estates) — 2026-09-12 · 10:00 AM · Schaumburg, IL
- Dog Wellness Fair - Phalanx Family Services — 2026-09-17 · 10:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- HAP Stanton Vaccine Clinic — 2026-09-19 · 5:00 AM · Wilmington, DE
- Free Rabies Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — Evanston Animal Shelter — 2026-09-19 · 9:00 AM · Evanston, IL
- Free Pet Vaccine Clinic — spcaLA Pet Adoption Center (Los Angeles, CA) — 2026-09-20 · 3:00 PM · Los Angeles, CA
- Free Dog Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — Harrison Park — 2026-09-24 · 10:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- Free Dog Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — Bloom Township Food Pantry (Chicago Heights) — 2026-09-26 · 8:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- Free Pet Vaccine Clinic — spcaLA Patricia Gorham Center (Burbank, CA) — 2026-09-26 · 3:00 PM · Los Angeles, CA
- Dog Wellness Fair — Our Lady of Africa — 2026-10-03 · 10:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- HAP Wilmington Vaccine Clinic — 2026-10-03 · 5:00 AM · Wilmington, DE
- Free Pet Vaccine Clinic — spcaLA South Bay Pet Adoption Center (Hawthorne, CA) — 2026-10-10 · 3:00 PM · Los Angeles, CA
- Free Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — 7th District Police Department — 2026-10-10 · 11:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- Free Dog Vaccine & Microchip Clinic — Canine Therapy Corps — 2026-10-10 · 10:00 AM · Chicago, IL
- Pet Vaccine Clinic — 2026-10-18 · 3:00 PM · Los Angeles, CA
Vaccine clinics by city
Year-round free & low-cost clinic programs in Chicagoland
- Cook County Animal & Rabies Control — Partners in Prevention — Free 1-year rabies vaccine and free microchip for dogs and cats belonging to Cook County residents, at rotating suburban and Chicago locations most weekends from spring through fall. Proof of Cook County residency required; first come, first served.
- Chicago Animal Care & Control — The city shelter runs periodic free rabies and microchip days for Chicago residents, and issues city dog licenses at the same time. Bring photo ID with a Chicago address.
- PAWS Chicago Lurie Clinic (Little Village) — Year-round low-cost spay/neuter surgery plus vaccines and microchips for dogs and cats, with income-based pricing for qualifying households. Appointment required.
- The Anti-Cruelty Society (River North) — Low-cost vaccine, microchip and spay/neuter services for Chicagoland pet owners, including walk-in vaccine hours on scheduled days.
- Tree House Humane Society — community cats & TNR — Spay/neuter, rabies vaccination and ear-tipping for community and feral cats in Chicago through its TNR program, plus low-cost wellness services for owned cats.
More ways to find free pet shots near you
Free dog vaccine clinic FAQs
- Where can I get free dog vaccines near me?
- Municipal animal-care departments, humane societies and mobile vet teams run free and low-cost dog vaccine clinics in most metros. Every dog clinic listed on this page has a confirmed upcoming date, city and published cost.
- Where can I get free puppy shots?
- Puppies need a vaccine series, so most low-cost clinics will start the DHPP course and give rabies once the puppy is old enough (usually 12–16 weeks). Shelter wellness clinics and income-based programs such as PAWS Chicago's Lurie Clinic are the cheapest reliable route for the full series.
- How much is a low-cost dog vaccination clinic?
- Free for residents at many city and county clinics. Otherwise expect roughly $5–$25 for rabies, $15–$30 for DHPP, and $10–$25 for a microchip with registration.
- Is the rabies certificate from a free dog clinic valid?
- Yes. These clinics are run by licensed veterinarians, use the same vaccine products as private practices, and issue legally valid rabies certificates and tags accepted for licensing, boarding and travel within the U.S.
- What do I bring to a dog clinic?
- A short leash (retractables are usually refused), a muzzle if your dog is reactive, prior vaccine records, photo ID and proof of address for residents-only clinics, and cash.
- Can I get my dog microchipped at the same visit?
- Usually. Most rabies clinics offer microchipping in the same line for free or $10–$25, registration included. Ask the host to register the chip to your phone number before you leave.