HUNTERS WARNED ABOUT RABIES DANGER

(09/18/2008)

Rabies is still around. During the first half of 2008, nearly 70 wild animals and two farm animals have tested positive for rabies. The West Virginia Department of Agriculture is reminding hunters about the possibility of encountering rabid animals. Hunters are urged to avoid animals that appear to be behaving strangely or seem unusually aggressive. Agriculture Commissioner Gus Douglass says the chance of an exposure involving wildlife is small, but rabies is fatal if untreated. Douglass also reminds pet owners that dogs and cats must be vaccinated every two years. He also said farmers should consider vaccinating cattle, horses and sheep. The current vaccine is not approved for goats and swine.

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