Caddo Parish animal control urges pet vaccinations after dog tests positive for rabies

SHREVEPORT, La. — Caddo Parish Animal Control is urging residents to vaccinate their pets immediately after a dog tested positive for rabies.

The case marks only the fifth confirmed dog infection in the state since 2000.

Officials said during the Caddo Parish Commission meeting Thursday that construction continues to displace skunks and raccoons. Leaders stressed that unprotected outdoor animals and hunting dogs face the highest risk…

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