Second Raccoon with Rabies Found in Westlake Village

Second rabid raccoon found in Westlake Village

A second rabies-positive raccoon was found in the Westlake Village area, L.A. County health officials confirmed, prompting renewed warnings for residents.

Rabies scare returns to LA County as another animal tests positive

A second rabid raccoon in weeks was found in a Westlake Village yard, prompting rabies treatments for two people, LA County health officials reported.

Another rabid raccoon detected in LA County, 2nd case in over 50 years

The LA County Department of Public Health discovered another raccoon that tested positive for rabies, the second case in over 50 years.

Second raccoon with rabies found in Westlake Village

The first raccoon was found to be positive with a rabies variant typically found in bats. Testing is being done on the second raccoon to determine its strain of rabies.

2nd rabid raccoon found in Westlake Village

Those who notice sick wildlife should not approach the animal, but should call their local animal control department.

Second Rabid Raccoon Detected in LA County

Public Health reminds everyone to never touch wild animals and ensure pets are up to date on vaccines