EDMOND, Okla. (KFOR) – The Edmond Animal Services is alerting residents of a rabies-positive skunk found and tested in Edmond.
According to Edmond Animal officials, a rabies-positive skunk was located in the area of 15th Street and Boulevard.
Pet owners are encouraged to ensure all dogs and cats are current on their rabies vaccinations.
Here’s what you can do to keep your pets and family safe:
- Make sure your pets’ rabies vaccines are up to date — check your records or contact your veterinarian.
- Keep pets supervised and avoid contact with wildlife.
- Report any animals acting unusually tame, aggressive, or disoriented to Edmond Animal Services immediately.
- If you or your pet are bitten or scratched by a wild or unknown animal, seek medical or veterinary care right away and notify Animal Services.
Rabies is fatal once symptoms appear, but 100% preventable through proper vaccination. says Edmond Animal Services…