POLK COUNTY, Fla. – The second case of rabies in Polk County this year has been confirmed in the area of Maniac Lane in Frostproof.
On Wednesday, April 3, 2024, Polk County Sheriff’s Animal Control Officers responded to a call for service from a homeowner who reported her dog was fighting with a raccoon.
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The dog killed the raccoon prior to the ACO’s arrival. The raccoon’s body was sent to the state laboratory for testing, and the results were sent back to Animal Control on April 5th, confirming the raccoon tested positive for rabies.
“Make sure your pets are vaccinated, and call us immediately if you see your pet tangled up or messing with with any wildlife. Luckily, this pet was vaccinated,” said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
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