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Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Granville Co.

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-Information courtesy the Granville County Government’s Facebook page 

Granville County Animal Control reports that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies. The animal was reported in the area of Hancock Street at the intersection of East Front Street and Leak Avenue.

All pet owners are advised to be sure rabies vaccinations are up to date, in accordance with North Carolina Law. One-year rabies vaccinations are available at the Granville County Animal Shelter from noon until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The Shelter is located at 5650 Cornwall Road in Oxford. Call (919) 693-6749 for details.

Another Raccoon Rabies Case

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Another case of a raccoon with rabies has occurred in Vance County. Frankie Nobles, Chief of Vance County Animal Control, informed WIZS News today. He said it has occurred “in the 1900 block of Newton Dairy Rd.”

Nobles said, “Anyone in this area is asked to please get your pet vaccinated for rabies. It can be done at the Vance County Animal Shelter for only $5.00 and the vaccine is good for a year. Times and dates are Monday 12:30pm until 4:30pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00am until 2:00pm and Saturday 8:00am until 12:00pm. This vaccine is the only state required vaccine.”

If you have any further questions please contact the Vance County Animal Shelter at 252-492-3136.