FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
September 24, 2026 

QCAWC AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO HOST FREE “VAX & WAGS” DOG VACCINE CLINIC IN DAVENPORT 

Davenport, Iowa — The Quad City Animal Welfare Center (QCAWC), in partnership with the Humane Society of Scott County, St. Anthony Catholic Church, and St. John Vianney Catholic Church, will host Vax & Wags, a free vaccine clinic for dogs on Saturday, October 3, 2026. 

The community event is designed to make essential veterinary care more accessible to local pet families by providing free Rabies and Distemper/Parvo vaccines for dogs. 

Vax & Wags Free Dog Vaccine Clinic 
Saturday, October 3, 2026 
10:00 AM to Noon 
417 North Main Street, Davenport, Iowa 

The clinic will provide up to 200 free Rabies vaccines and 200 free Distemper/Parvo vaccines while supplies last. 

“At QCAWC, we believe access to basic veterinary care should not be out of reach for families who love their pets,” said Patti McRae, Executive Director of the Quad City Animal Welfare Center. “Vaccinations are an important part of keeping dogs healthy and protecting our community. We are grateful to our partners for coming together to make this free event possible.” 

All dogs attending Vax & Wags must be on a secure leash. Retractable leashes will not be permitted for the safety of the dogs, their families, volunteers, and veterinary team. 

A special Blessing of the Animals will also take place at 10:00 AM as part of the morning’s activities. 

QCAWC’s Mobile Vet Van and veterinary team will be on site administering vaccines and assisting pet guardians throughout the event. 

Vax & Wags is made possible through the collaboration of organizations that share a commitment to keeping pets healthy, supporting families, and strengthening the human-animal bond throughout the Quad Cities. 

Participating organizations include: 

• Quad City Animal Welfare Center 
• Humane Society of Scott County 
• St. Anthony Catholic Church 
• St. John Vianney Catholic Church 

Community members are encouraged to spread the word to friends, family members, and neighbors who may benefit from free vaccinations for their dogs. 

About the Quad City Animal Welfare Center 

The Quad City Animal Welfare Center is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping animals and the people who love them. QCAWC provides shelter and adoption services, low cost spay and neuter services, affordable wellness care, mobile veterinary services, humane education, foster and volunteer programs, and pet food assistance. 

For additional information, please contact: 

Quad City Animal Welfare Center 
724 W. 2nd Avenue 
Milan, IL 61264 
309-787-6830 

Media Contact: 
Patti McRae 
Executive Director 
Quad City Animal Welfare Center