(A) It is unlawful for any person to own, keep or harbor any dog which has not been vaccinated against rabies. All vaccinations shall be administered by or under the supervision of a veterinarian licensed by the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners to practice veterinary medicine in the state.
(B) Evidence of the vaccination shall consist of a certificate bearing the owner's name and address, number of the vaccination tag issued, date of vaccination, date the dog shall be revaccinated, description and sex of the dog vaccinated, type and lot number of vaccine administered and the signature of the person administering the vaccine.
(C) However, in lieu of these requirements, documentary proof that a rabies vaccination has been given in another governmental jurisdiction within the past 12 calendar months may be used.
(1989 Code, § 10-202, modified)