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Third rabies case in Wayne County prompts pet vaccination clinics
health1 month ago

Third rabies case in Wayne County prompts pet vaccination clinics

A barn cat in Galen tested positive for rabies on June 9, and a person exposed to the virus is receiving treatment, following rabid cases in neighboring Lyons and Sodus. Wayne County will host two pet vaccination clinics: June 25 (6-8 p.m.) at the Lyons School District bus garage and June 27 (10 a.m.-12 p.m.) at the Town of Wolcott Highway Department (one clinic is already full). Pre-registration is required by calling (315) 946-5749. Residents should avoid wildlife and ensure all domestic cats, dogs, and ferrets are vaccinated.

Rabies Alert in Boston as 5 Raccoons Test Positive
health2 years ago

Rabies Alert in Boston as 5 Raccoons Test Positive

Five raccoons in Boston have tested positive for rabies, prompting city officials to offer free rabies vaccination clinics for pets next month. The raccoons were found in various neighborhoods, and there have been no reports of rabies exposure or injuries in humans. Officials are urging residents to remain vigilant around wild animals and to report any strange or sick behavior. They also provided tips for keeping pets safe, such as keeping them up to date on their rabies vaccinations and seeking medical care if they are bitten or scratched by a potentially rabid animal. Two free vaccination clinics will be held in September.

"Rising Rabid Raccoon Cases Alarm Boston Residents"
health-and-safety2 years ago

"Rising Rabid Raccoon Cases Alarm Boston Residents"

Boston Animal Care and Control has reported five cases of rabid raccoons in the city, with the most recent one found in Mission Hill. There have been no reports of human exposure or injuries, but residents are urged to stay away from wild animals, report any strange behavior, and ensure their pets' rabies shots are up to date. Free rabies-vaccination clinics for dogs and cats will be held in Jamaica Plain and Mission Hill in September.