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Rabies Alerts

Rabies Alerts


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Rabies is spread by the bite or scratch of an infected animal, such as a groundhog, cat, fox, raccoon or bat. It is also spread when the infected animal’s saliva comes in contact with the eyes, nose, mouth or open cut of a person or another animal.

Preventive treatment might be required for anyone who handled, fed or was attacked by the raccoon. Rabies is a fatal disease, and preventive treatment (injections) must be started as soon as possible. The Department of Health advises county residents not to feed wild or stray animals or leave food dishes outside. Pet owners should also keep their animals’ rabies vaccinations current.

For online information about rabies, see Rabies: Protect Your Family and Pets.

To get a free fact sheet on rabies, call 410-222-7254.

The Department of Health has issued the following Rabies Alerts:


Rabid Animals in Anne Arundel County:
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