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It is New York State law that all dogs, cats and ferrets be vaccinated for rabies. Unvaccinated pets in contact with wildlife that is suspected or confirmed to be rabid must be either euthanized or strictly quarantined at the owner’s expense for six months.…
The skunk was found to be acting abnormally and tested positive for rabies on Saturday, August 24. According to the report, several farm animals were exposed to the skunk. All were up to date with their rabies vaccine. There was human exposure, and the individual is being treated with post exposure prophylaxis, officials said.…