CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — A raccoon in Chapel Hill has tested positive for rabies, Orange County Animal Services said Wednesday.
Health officials said they tested the raccoon after it got in a fight with a resident’s dog while walking outside.
They said the incident happened near U.S. Highway 15-501 and Southern Village.
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According to North Carolina law, dogs, cats and ferrets older than four months must have a current and valid rabies vaccination at all times.
Orange County officials say anyone whose pet comes in contact with an animal that might be considered a rabies carrier should contact Animal Control immediately at 919-942-PETS (7387). If the event if contact is after business hours, you’re asked to call 911.
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