DENTON, MD.- A cat in Denton has tested positive for rabies.
According to the Caroline County Health Department, the cat was found near Legion Road.
Anyone in the area of Legion Road is asked to avoid contact with wildlife, feral cats, unknown animals, and any animal (including cats or dogs) that appear sick or exhibit signs of rabies. Residents are also asked to make sure their pets and mammal livestock are up to date on rabies vaccinations.
To report a potentially rabid animal, please contact Animal Control at (410) 820-1600 or the non-emergency line of the 911 Center at (410) 479-2222. Please contact the Caroline County Health Department immediately if you have had, or may know of anyone who might have had, any possible human or animal exposure to a rabid animal at (410) 479-8045. If you have an emergency regarding a potential rabid animal or exposure and are calling after normal business hours or on the weekend, please call (410) 829-5910.
