News from Twin County Humane Society

Twin County Humane Society

2 days ago

Carroll and Galax residents be on the alert!! A rabid skunk was recently found in Carroll County near Buffalo View Road and Gladesboro Elementary School and a rabid raccoon was found in Galax behind the Walmart, near Cross Ridge Lane and Glendale Apartments.

Fortunately, all pets that were known to have been exposed to these two rabid animals were vaccinated for rabies, but other animals could have been exposed. Please be alert for any signs of rabies in your pets and report them to your veterinarian immediately, especially if you live near these areas. Signs of rabies can include sudden behavioral changes ranging from extreme aggression to uncharacteristic shyness, which can be accompanied by signs like paralysis, staggering, extreme salivation (foaming at the mouth), biting at imaginary objects, difficulty swallowing, etc.

PLEASE keep your pets up to date on their rabies vaccines to keep them safe and to keep you safe (rabies is fatal and incurable in animals and people!). An unvaccinated pet that is exposed to a rabid animal will either need to be placed in quarantine for six months at the owner’s expense or euthanized. We are working with the Galax Shelter to put together more free vaccination clinics this spring and will announce the date once we have one – likely in April – so keep an eye out! ... See MoreSee Less

Twin County Humane Society

2 days ago

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