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Sixth skunk tests positive for rabies; precautions advised |
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Thursday, 22 October 2009 |
A skunk in Custer County tested positive for rabies last week, the second in recent weeks and the sixth this year, according veterinarian Scott Reynolds. One of the cases involved a human who was bit near Anselmo, Reynolds said. Reynolds provided precautionary information following the announcement.
-- Have your veterinarian vaccinate all dogs, cats, ferrets,horses and valuable livestock against rabies.
-- If bitten by an animal, seek medical attention and report the bite to your local public health department or animal control department immediately.
-- If your animal is bitten, contact your veterinarian for advice.
-- Do not handle or feed wild animals. Never adopt wild animals or bring them into your home.
-- If wild animals appear sick or injured, call animal control or an animal rescue agency for assistance.
-- Teach children never to handle unfamiliar animals, wild or domestic, even if they appear friendly.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 29 October 2009 )
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