HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — Anicira Veterinary Center will host the Healthy Pets Event, a free community event reportedly designed to make pet care more accessible. The event will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Hillandale Park, 801 Hillandale Avenue, Harrisonburg, VA.
What’s offered:
- Free vaccines and flea/tick treatment for family dogs and cats (including Rabies, DAPPv, and Combo vaccines).
- Pet care resources and free pet supplies (donations from the community are welcome).
Who can attend / eligibility:
- The event is open to all families — there are no residency restrictions and no limit on the number of family pets participants can bring.
- Family pets only (community or feral cats cannot be accepted).
- Previous dog and cat vaccination records should be brought to the event if possible.
- Cats must be in carriers (some carriers may be available for use on-site).
- Dogs must be leashed (non-retractable leashes recommended); special accommodations will be provided for anxious or reactive dogs when possible.
- Services are offered first-come, first-served — no reservations required.
Pet Food Pantry (same morning):
Before the Healthy Pets event, Anicira will also distribute free pet food the same morning through its regular twice-monthly Pet Food Pantry. Food distribution runs 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Anicira’s Pet Food Pantry located at 910 N. Liberty Street…