Rabies

Rabies: Spread through saliva when an infected animal (“rabid”) bites another animal. Sick animals should be avoided...it can be spread to humans. Rabies vaccine is required for dog license.

Symptoms: Animal acts unusual, change in temperament, aggressive, restless; wild nocturnal animals may be seen during the day.

Prevention: First vaccinations should be at four months old for cats and dogs. Booster shots will need to be given every one to three years depending on the age of the animal. This vaccine is a separate shot than combination shot for parvo and distemper.

Treatment: Unfortunately there is not a cure for rabies. Animals that are suspected to be infected with rabies are euthanized and tested.