OWINGS MILLS – A domestic short-haired, calico cat in Owings Mills evaluated positive for rabies last Wednesday, according to Baltimore County Animal Services.
The white, gray, and brown car was found on Wednesday, July 19, near Pegram Road.
Residents who might have experienced this cat are prompted to call their doctor or medical facility emergency clinic right away. Bites, scratches, or licks from the contaminated animal require instant alert of the Baltimore County Department of Health.
This require instant action likewise encompasses any family pets that may have had direct contact with the cat.
The Department of Health can be reached at 410-887-5963 throughout routine business hours. For after-hours events (after 4:30 pm from Monday to Friday and on weekends), the number to call is 410-832-7182.
Residents are warned versus overlooking food or water bowls for extended durations, particularly over night. These might draw in wildlife or roaming animals.
Anyone thinking about embracing roaming or feral cats is encouraged to talk to a vet for assistance. The value of keeping rabies vaccinations existing for all family pets cannot be overemphasized. Free roaming of family pets is likewise highly prevented.
To help in these efforts, Baltimore County Animal Services uses low-cost rabies vaccinations and spay and neutering services. Residents are motivated to check out the Baltimore County Animal Services’ website for information on services such as spaying/neutering, microchipping, licensing, or rabies vaccination.
