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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Another confirmed rabies case in Garland County


The number of positive rabies cases in Garland County has risen to nine, after a rabid live skunk was shot and captured on Sunday in the fenced back yard in the 100 block of Lake South Terrace in Hot Springs. No humans or animals were exposed.

Another rabid dead skunk was found last weekend in Cleburne County, with two unvaccinated dogs exposed.

Pet owners are reminded to vaccinate all dogs and cats at least four months old to protect them from rabies. After the first one-year vaccine is administered, a 3-year vaccine will suffice. To report any unusual daytime activity by nocturnal creatures such as skunks or bats, call Hot Springs Animal Services, 262-2091.  

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