Rabies positive racoon found in Macon
Macon County has identified a rabies positive raccoon. The raccoon was turned over to Macon County Animal Services after it was killed following an interaction with a resident’s dogs.
The dogs have returned home and will remain under observation and quarantine for a minimum of 45 days. All dogs received care through Animal Services and partner organizations, including a rabies booster vaccine.
Rabies is a virus that affects the nervous system in humans and other mammals. A person may contract rabies through a bite, scratch, or saliva from an infected animal. Potential rabies exposure should never be taken lightly; left untreated, rabies is fatal.
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