DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A dead raccoon tested positive for rabies on Friday in the Meadow Rock area.
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Georgia is a rabies-endemic state where the virus remains active year-round. County officials note that it is routine for the area to report several rabies cases annually.
County officials advise residents to keep pet rabies vaccinations up to date and register vaccination tags with DeKalb County Animal Control.
Vaccinations effectively protect both pets and humans from the virus.
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Residents are also urged to eliminate outdoor feeding stations and block access to garbage cans to reduce interactions with wildlife. Anyone who is bitten or scratched by an animal should seek medical attention immediately.
To report an animal bite or request information, residents can contact DeKalb County Animal Control at 404-294-2996, ext. 2, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For after-hours reports, residents can call 404-294-2519.
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