Bryant.Almeida@ocfl.net – Orange County Animal Services
Zachary.Downes@ocfl.net – Orange County Health Services
Orange County Animal Services Announces September ‘Arm Your Pet’ Events
Sets goal to vaccinate and microchip 700 pets
Orange County, FL – Orange County Animal Services (OCAS), a division of Orange County Government, today announced two “Arm Your Pet” events scheduled for September 2025. Free vaccinations and microchips will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for pet owners with proof of Orange County residency.
“We’ve held three ‘Arm Your Pet’ events this year, and the response from pet owners is always overwhelming, showing there is a need for these services in our community,” said Diane Summers, manager for Orange County Animal Services. “Based on our previous success, we’ve set a goal of providing services for 700 pets; 200 cats and 500 dogs.”
The event for cats is set for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the OCAS shelter on Conroy Road, across from the Mall at Millenia. The event for dogs is scheduled for Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Barnett Park from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
“Arm Your Pet” Event for Cats:
When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Where: Orange County Animal Services, 2769 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Services provided:
*Microchip identification, including free registration of the owner’s information in the national database
*Rabies vaccine, which is required by the State of Florida
*A combination vaccine providing protection from feline viral rhinotracheitis, feline calicivirus, and feline panleukopenia (FVRCP)
“Arm Your Pet” Event for Dogs:
When: Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Where: Barnett Park, 4801 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL
Time: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Services provided:
*Microchip identification, including free registration of owner’s information in the national database
*Rabies vaccine, which is required by the State of Florida
*A combination vaccine providing protection from Distemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenza, and *Parvovirus (DAPP)
*Bordetella vaccine
More information on the available pets, services, and programs can be found on the shelter’s website.
About Orange County Government: Orange County Government strives to serve its residents and guests with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. Located in Central Florida, Orange County includes 13 municipalities and is home to world-famous theme parks, one of the nation’s largest convention centers and a thriving life science research park. Seven elected members make up the Board of County Commissioners, including the Mayor, who is elected countywide. For more information, please visit www.OCFL.net or go to Orange County Government’s social media channels.