PUEBLO, COLO. -- A skunk tested positive for rabies near Red Cedar Court In Pueblo, health department officials said Thursday.
Four bats tested positive for rabies in the area, but this is the first rabid skunk found.
Officials are warning residents to stay away from wildlife animals, especially skunks, and to get their pets vaccinated if their vaccinations have expired. They said pets without vaccinations exposed to rabies have a high chance of getting infected or even dying.
“Skunks, that may have rabies, can be found near houses and interacting with people and pets. It is important pet owners protect their pets from rabies with a rabies vaccine. Look at your pet’s tag or medical papers and make sure they have their current rabies vaccine," Dr. Christine Nevin-Woods stated in a release.
The neighborhood is located in the southwest area of Pueblo.
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