Houston County’s first case of animal rabies in 2024 was confirmed Thursday.
According to the Houston County Health Department, a raccoon found this week on Whitaker Road in Ashford, Alabama, tested positive for rabies.
The health department’s investigation revealed a resident’s dog fought and killed a raccoon in their yard. The dog’s owner requested the raccoon be tested for rabies. There was no known human exposure and the dog is vaccinated against the virus. Residents in the area are asked to make sure pets are current on their rabies vaccinations and warn children not to pet or play with stray animals.
They can also report strays to animal control officials. If bitten by an animal, the health department says to wash the wound with soap and water, immediately seek medical attention and report the bite to health department or animal control officials. State law requires all dogs and cats three months old or older to be vaccinated. Last year, there were five rabid animals found in Houston County—three raccoons, a bat, and a fox.and receive the latest local news and weather straight to your email every morning.
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