Puppies and kittens, vaccinated between the ages of 3-12 months, and dogs and cats receiving their first vaccination, must be revaccinated 12 months later. Re-vaccination should be every 1 to 3 years, depending on the type of vaccine used. It will not harm your pet to have it vaccinated every year if you wish. If your vaccinated pet is attacked or bitten by a rabid animal, be sure to have it revaccinated with a booster. If your pet is not vaccinated, it may have to be destroyed or kept in strict isolation for six months.
Pets running at large are more likely to be exposed to rabies.
Enjoy wild animals from a distance. Wild animals should not be kept as pets. They are a potential rabies threat to their owners and others. Even a baby skunk or raccoon, born in captivity, can be a rabies carrier. Avoid strange animals even if they appear friendly.