Rabies case found by city in racoon

Clarendon officials confirmed a case of rabies inside the city limits this week.

City Administrator Brian Barboza said animal control picked up a racoon showing possible signs of rabies near the intersection of Seventh and Johns streets on July 15, the raccoon was taken to Clarendon Veterinary Hospital to be sent for testing. The positive test results for rabies were received on Monday, July 22.

Citizens are urged to get their pets vaccinated for rabies immediately, and everyone needs to stay away from any wild animals – skunks, raccoon, etc. State law requires animals to be vaccinated. Animals must be current on all vaccines; and since a case of rabies has been confirmed in the area, everyone should watch for signs of rabies.

For more information about rabies, visit Texas Department of State Health Services at https://www.dshs.texas.gov/notifiable-conditions/zoonosis-control/zoonosis-control-diseases-and-conditions/rabies.