Press Release
DECEMBER 10th, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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NEWS
MEDIA ONLY: TIM O’CONNOR
PHONE: 561-671-4013
FAX:
561-837-5197 |
OCEAN RIDGE, FL—
A raccoon that attacked a
dog earlier this week was
confirmed to be rabid by the
Florida State Laboratory in
Lantana today.
The dog, a miniature
Doberman, was not current
with its rabies shots and
faces mandatory six months
of isolated quarantine. The
dog’s owners and the
treating veterinarian are
being evaluated for contact
with fluids from the raccoon
left on the dog. The Palm
Beach County Health
Department may require these
contacts to complete the
rabies shot series as a
precaution.
Rabies is a deadly viral
disease that can be
prevented but not cured. The
virus attacks the nerves and
brain tissue of warm blooded
animals including people.
Persons who may have come in
contact with a raccoon in
the area should contact the
Palm Beach County Health
Department at 561-840-4500.
Domestic animals, dogs, and
cats, over four months of
age are required to be
vaccinated against rabies
and wear a current rabies
license tag. Rabies shots
are available through a
veterinarian or by calling
Animal Care and Control at
561-233-1200.
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