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Another Case Of Rabies Reported in Atlantic County
A third case of rabies has been reported in Egg Harbor Township.
According to the The Atlantic County Health Services a raccoon was spotted by a homeowner on Ridge Ave in his backyard. An animal control officer was able to remove the raccoon and take it to a state lab.
Do not approach any wild or stray animals. Contact the county animal control division. For more info on rabies you can call 609-645-5971 or visit www.aclink.org/publichealth
It’s also important to make sure your pet is properly vaccinated.
There were eight positive rabies cases in Atlantic County according to Health Services: four raccoons, two bats and two cats.
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