Autauga County raccoon tests positive for rabies, increasing surveillance and pet vaccination warnings.
Autauga County raccoon tests positive for rabies, prompting increased surveillance and warnings for pet owners to ensure animals are vaccinated. The raccoon was spotted acting strangely near Highway 82 and County Road 40, where an increase in rabies cases has been observed. Vaccinating animals is the primary method to reduce risks to pets and livestock, and the Alabama Department of Public Health can facilitate testing of animals suspected of having rabies.
May 03, 2024
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