Burlington, NC – Alamance County reported its third case of rabies on December 23.
Animal control was notified of a dog bite involving three people near Hester Road in Burlington, officials said.
After the animal control picked up the dog, he was euthanized for human reasons and later tested positive for rabies. Four other dogs were involved in the incident to which the animal control responded. Two of the dogs were aware of their vaccinations.
Those two dogs who received vaccination boosters will be under a 45-day quarantine, according to Alamance County officials.
If you live near Hester Road in Burlington and have pets, the health department recommends that you examine your pet for any wounds or signs they have come into contact with the infected dog. If you believe your pet has come into contact with this dog, please contact Alamance County Animal Control.
Last year, the province saw seven cases of rabies in animals.
North Carolina requires cats and dogs to be vaccinated against rabies, officials said.
Alamance County Officials Warn If You Are Bitten By An Animal To:
- Wash the wound with soap and running water for 10 minutes
- Write down where you bit and a description of the animal
- Do not try to catch a wild or lost animal