The Brief Multiple Florida counties issued rabies alerts following recent cases, prompting Polk County animal officials to host a free pet rabies clinic in Lakeland. The upcoming event offers free microchips and vaccinations for the first 500 pets to help owners save up to $200 per pet. Health officials across Polk, Sarasota and Citrus counties issued rabies alerts, prompting local animal groups to offer free vaccinations and microchips Saturday in Lakeland. Polk County rabies clinicWhat we know:Polk County Animal Control, SPCA Florida and Greater Good Charities are partnering to host a free clinic starting Saturday at 8 a.m. at the shelter on Brannen Road. Organizers say this free event provides major financial relief, saving owners up to $200 per pet.