Archive for August 20th, 2007

Rabies Outbreaks

Monday, August 20th, 2007

Many cases of rabies in furbearers, bats and pets are being reported around the US.  Wisconsin, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, Michigan, New York, Georgia, Virginia, Illinois, California, Tennessee, Florida, New Jersey and Ohio.

Take care this and every fur trapping season when handling your catch by wearing gloves and washing your hands thoroughly after handling animals. If you see or catch an animal acting strange, report it to your states Department of Health.