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Wildlife is all around us. Do you know what to do when you encounter a raccoon?

A sick wild animal is not an emergency. Do not call 911 to report. Follow these tips from your local Health Department

Posted on October 3, 2024 2024News and EventsPublic Health

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Have you encountered a raccoon in your community? Living with wild animals is a part of living in beautiful Douglas County, but there are precautions we need to take, especially when it comes to animals that may have rabies such as raccoons, skunks, bats and foxes.

Rabies is a fatal disease caused by a virus that results in severe inflammation in the brain and spinal cord. Rabies is transmitted through animal bites and scratches. All mammals, including humans, are susceptible to rabies.

Here are some guidelines from your Douglas County Health Department, depending on the type of encounter:

Learn more about how to protect your pets, family and property from wildlife on our webpage.

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