An investigation into a dog bite incident in Borger has led authorities in Hutchinson County to the discovery of a rabies-positive skunk. According to the Hutchinson County Sheriff’s Office, the investigation into the dog bite led authorities to the discovery that a skunk had been involved with another incident with the dogs prior to the bite. Officials were able to … Read More
Rabid fox bites 9-year-old | Robesonian
LUMBERTON — A 9-year-old boy is undergoing treatment after being bitten by a rabid fox, according to the county Department of Public Health. The boy was riding his bicycle Sunday evening on Barnhill… Source: Robesonian
Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Mecklenburg County
Officials say a raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Mecklenburg County, the first confirmed rabies case of 2020. Source: https://www.wbtv.com
2 treated for rabies after coyote attacks
LEWISBERRY, Pa. (WHTM) – Two Newberry Township men are getting treatments for rabies after a coyote that attacked them tested positive for the deadly virus. One man was with his dog when the … Source: ABC27
Rabid raccoon found in Annapolis, health department advises those who came in contact should call them
A raccoon found near the intersection of Bay Ridge Road and Magnolia Ridge Road in Annapolis on Saturday tested positive for rabies, the department announced Tuesday. Source: baltimoresun.com
After Rabid Fox Attacks, Maine City Moves to Trap, Euthanize Some Animals
A Maine city is close to adopting an extensive rabies prevention plan after a series of fox attacks. Town leaders in Bath. Maine, are moving towards using traps to catch and euthanize certain animals so they can be tested for the dangerous disease. Source: NBC Boston
State warns of rabies as weather warms up (via Elissa Kedziorek)
In Michigan, bats and skunks are the most common carriers of rabies. Source: Elissa Kedziorek
Royalton raccoon is county’s first rabies case of 2019 (via Niagara Gazette)
The Niagara County Department of Health has been notified that a raccoon submitted for rabies testing from Ditch Road in the Town of Royalton (Wolcottsville) has confirmed positive for rabies. Source: Niagara Gazette
Public health officials prepare for possible rabies uptick in Coconino County (via Arizona Daily Sun)
Public health authorities are warning of a potential uptick in rabies cases in Coconino County this spring and summer. Source: Arizona Daily Sun
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