US EditionConfirmed Rabies Case in Fayetteville After Fox Bites Home Inspector
- A home inspector in Fayetteville was bitten by a fox testing positive for rabies while inspecting a crawl space off Garden Court.
- This incident occurred amid rising rabies cases, including the second confirmed in Cumberland County in two months and third in the Triangle in one month.
- Animal services confined and euthanized the fox, and officials advised residents to supervise pets outside, avoid contact with wild animals, and report unusual wildlife behavior.
- Authorities stressed ensuring pets have current rabies vaccinations and recommended boosters for pets allowed outdoors to reduce exposure risks.
- The case highlights ongoing community risks, prompting residents to keep pets indoors until vaccinated and consult veterinarians immediately if rabies exposure is suspected.
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Bat that bit resident in Plainville tests positive for rabies
PLAINVILLE, Mass. (WLNE) — Wrentham and Plainville Animal Control said that a bat that bit a resident tested positive for rabies. The bite occurred on June 2, and the bat was humanely euthanized before being sent out for testing. The victim had also began medical treatment. Animal control said that anyone with questions or concerns could reach out at 508-384-2121. Categories: Massachusetts, News
Rabid fox located in Burke County
BURKE COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) - Burke County Animal Services is alerting residents that a fox in the county tested positive for rabies this week. According to Animal Services, officials were contacted about a fox attempting to attack citizens in the area of Middle Ground Road and Porter Carswell Road on May 28. The fox was removed from the area the same day. Georgia's Department of Health confirmed on June 3 that test results of the fox came back pos…
Caution encouraged as bats increase Aspen’s rabies exposure
June means bat season in Pitkin County, which means the chance of rabies exposure is increasing. After a rabies training for animal control with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment’s zoonotic team last week, Pitkin County Emergency Response and Epidemiology Program Administrator Carlyn Porter is raising local awareness for community members to be vigilant. While there have only been three local bats that have tested positive f…
Two dogs attacked by possibly rabid raccoon in Williamsburg County, deputies say
KINGSTREE, S.C. (WCBD) -- Deputies are urging pet owners to take caution following reports of an "aggressive" raccoon attacking two dogs in a Kingstree neighborhood last week. Deputies with the Williamsburg County Sheriff's Office responded to an animal complaint on Blakely Street on May 29 and spoke with a resident who witnessed the attack. The witness reportedly told deputies that the animal was exhibiting aggressive behavior and charged direc…
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