DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) – A kitten in Central Alabama examined constructive for rabies final week, prompting well being officers to concern a statewide public plea.
“A group of very young kittens were taken by the owner approximately one month ago,” the Alabama Department of Public Heath mentioned in an announcement. “The kitten who died was exhibiting neurological signs and was taken for veterinary care.”
The kitten died in Autauga County, however ADHP mentioned its warning impacts all of Alabama.
State regulation requires that dogs, cats and ferrets 12 weeks of age and older be present with rabies vaccinations.
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