Vaccines aren’t just a good idea for humans — pets and livestock need the protection they provide as well, according to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Especially in the summertime, when the threat rises of diseases carried by other animals and insects such as mosquitoes, MDARD warns in a news release.

“While you should always work with your veterinarian to determine what is best for the health of your animals, ensuring your animals are fully vaccinated plays a critical role in preventing numerous diseases,” State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland said in the release. “Since some diseases — like rabies — affect both animals and people, vaccinating animals works to keep everyone healthy.”

The rabies vaccine is important for dogs, cats, ferrets, horses and other

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