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-Information courtesy Vance County Animal Services
Vance County Animal Services responded to a call on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, of a possibly rabid raccoon in the 1800 block of Bearpond Road.
The raccoon was sent off for testing and has tested positive for rabies.
As this time, Animal Services is asking the public to please make sure all cats and dogs are up-to-date on rabies vaccinations. Even if the pet is up-to-date, a booster vaccine is recommended if you live in the area.
Vance County Animal Shelter offers the rabies vaccine for $5.
The shelter is located at 1243 Brodie Road in Henderson and is open Mondays from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.