rabies, raccoon

Dog kills raccoon infected with rabies, police say
A raccoon killed by a dog in Gastonia has tested positive for rabies, marking the third confirmed rabies case in Gaston County this year, police said.
Second raccoon in Suffolk County tests positive for rabies
The dead raccoon was discovered in Amityville. Last month, a dead raccoon found Jan. 28 in North Amityville was also deemed rabid.
Westport Animal Control says raccoon tested positive for rabies, reminder to check vaccinations
Courtesy: Westport MA Animal Control FacebookWESTPORT, Mass. (WLNE) — Westport Animal Control said a raccoon has tested “tentatively positive” for rabies. According to Westport Animal Control, the animal was found on Dionne Street off of Sanford Road.
Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Gastonia neighborhood, third confirmed case in the county
A raccoon in a Gastonia neighborhood tested positive for rabies, Gaston County officials say. On March 9, Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement received a call around 5:45 p.m., saying a dog had killed a raccoon in the 2200 block of Robinwood Road.
‘We're very concerned': Suffolk County reports 2nd rabid raccoon case since 2009
Officials on Long Island are raising concern amid a spike in animals testing positive for rabies, and are pinning at least some of the blame for that rise on New York City.
County reports third rabies case this year after rabid raccoon found in Gastonia neighborhood
Another dog kills rabid raccoon in Gaston County, police say
Another dog killed a raccoon with rabies in Gaston County on Sunday, police announced on Tuesday. The rabies case marks the county’s third of 2025 and is the second time in just two weeks that a dog has killed a rabid raccoon in Gastonia.
Long Island faces rabies warning after 2 raccoons are confirmed to be infected — and disease may be spreading
It’s a new Amityville horror. Health officials confirmed the first two cases of rabid raccoons in Amityville since 2009 — and ...
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Odisha man takes life after rabies infection: How this virus affects the brain
A man took his life after rabies infection in a Tamil Nadu hospital. Rabies is a viral infection that attacks the central ...
Since the start of the year, VDH says four animals have tested positive for rabies
The Central Virginia Health District is providing an update on the occurrence of rabies in the district, according to the ...
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Rabies is 100% fatal, but also 100% preventable — experts
March is Rabies Awareness Month. This disease, while deadly, is a preventable one. A veterinarian tells us more about what the World Health Organization calls “a serious public health problem,” and ...
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Rabies Alert in Cedar Park, Authorities Warn Public After Bat Tests Positive
A bat in Cedar Park tested positive for rabies, leading to a public health alert and search for exposed individuals or pets.
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Rabies: What La Plata County residents need to know
The most recent known case of rabies in La Plata County occurred in June 2023 when a bat found in a Durango home tested positive for the virus. While there was no direct human contact, exposed ...
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Westport Animal Control reminds residents to check pet vaccinations after raccoon tests positive for rabies
Courtesy: Westport MA Animal Control FacebookWESTPORT, Mass. (WLNE) — Westport Animal Control said it is reminding residents to make sure their pets’ vaccinations are up to date after a raccoon tested ...
Rabies alert in Harford after stray cat in Edgewood area tests positive
The health department issued its alert on Wednesday after the state confirmed the positive result the day prior. The cat was ...
Wake pet owners can get free rabies shots, microchips for their dogs or cats in March
Wake County pet owners can save some money this month if they’re willing to wait in line. The county is offering free rabies ...
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Bitten by a dog? Rabies vaccine is not enough, you need more to stay safe
In the event of a dog bite, a person needs more than just the rabies vaccine. Experts highlight the importance of ...