SAYv Clinic

2 months ago

When

Sunday, January 11th 2026 at 09:00 US/Central

FREE pet vaccine and microchip clinic!

Join us at the SAYv Clinic – a free vaccine and microchip clinic for Cook County pet families, serving up to 100 cats and dogs.

This clinic is first-come, first-served, and numbers will begin being handed out at 8:30am (there is no form to fill out in advance)

FAQ Did you know?

Animals Health Community Local Microchip

Where

1834 North Lawndale Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA

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SAYv Animal Organization

SAYv Animal Organization is a startup animal welfare organization focused on supporting, creating and executing life-SAYving solutions for homeless animals.

FAQ

What services does the SAYv Clinic provide and who can attend?

The clinic offers free vaccinations and microchipping for cats and dogs and serves Cook County pet families. It is first-come, first-served and accepts up to 100 pets; there is no pre-registration required.

How can I best prepare my pet for the visit?

Bring your pet in a secure carrier (cats) or on a sturdy leash and collar (dogs). Have any vaccination records or medication lists ready, plus a blanket or towel to make your pet comfortable. Bring water, a travel bowl, and treats to calm your pet. If your pet is nervous, consider having a helper with you to hold or comfort them.

How can I help the clinic run smoothly and make the most of the visit?

Plan to arrive early on the day the clinic opens to receive an on-site number (numbers are distributed the morning of the event). Limit the number of pets you bring if possible, have ID and proof of county residency handy if requested, follow staff/volunteer instructions, and keep sick animals separate. Being organized and cooperative helps serve more families quickly.

Are there any health or weather precautions I should consider before bringing my pet?

If your pet is showing signs of illness (fever, vomiting, diarrhea, severe coughing) or is acutely injured, contact your regular vet rather than attending—vaccines may be postponed for sick or immunocompromised animals. Dress for the weather, bring shade/blankets in heat or cold, and avoid bringing pets that could be stressed by crowds to reduce the risk of injury or disease transmission.

How can supporters help the cause if they can't bring a pet?

Share event details with local pet owners and community groups, volunteer on the day to help with intake or crowd flow, or donate practical supplies (blankets, towels, leashes, carriers, nonperishable pet food) if the organizer accepts them. You can also follow and promote SAYv Animal Organization on social channels to increase awareness of future clinics.

Did you know?

Microchipping significantly increases the chance a lost pet will be reunited with its family—microchipped animals are far more likely to be returned than those without ID.

https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/microchipping-your-pet

Rabies is almost always fatal but entirely preventable—vaccinating pets is a key public-health measure that protects both animals and people.

https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/animals/index.html

Core vaccinations protect pets from common, often deadly diseases (like distemper and parvovirus for dogs); keeping vaccines up to date reduces illness, emergency treatment, and shelter admissions.

https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/vaccinations-pet-care

Cost and access are major reasons people don’t seek veterinary care; community and low-cost clinics increase access and help pets get preventive care they otherwise might miss.

https://www.aspca.org/animal-protection/public-policy/access-care

A microchip is a permanent form of identification that doesn’t require batteries or maintenance—keeping your contact info current is the key to a quick reunion if your pet is lost.

https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/microchipping-pets

High vaccination coverage in a community helps prevent outbreaks that can affect many pets and wildlife—getting your pet vaccinated protects neighbors’ animals as well as your own.

https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/health-benefits/index.html