Rabies is increasing in wildlife along Colorado’s Front Range, placing both humans and animals at risk for this deadly disease. Rabies is transmitted in saliva through animal bites. Skunks and bats are the most significant sources of rabies in Colorado, but other wild animals can also be infected. Dogs, cats, horses and livestock can become infected if they are bitten by rabid animals. Contact with infected wild or domestic animals places you and your family at risk for rabies infection. The best way to protect your family and animals against rabies is to have your animals vaccinated by a licensed veterinarian. Vaccinating your animals is simple, inexpensive and could save lives. So don’t procrastinate—vaccinate!
Rabies is increasing in wildlife along Colorado’s Front Range
Rabies is increasing in wildlife along Colorado’s Front Range, placing both humans and animals at risk for this deadly disease. Rabies is transmitted in saliva through animal bites. Skunks and bats are the most significant sources of rabies in Colorado, but other wild animals can also be infected. Dogs, cats, horses and livestock can become infected if they are bitten by rabid animals. Contact with infected wild or domestic animals places you and your family at risk for rabies infection. The best way to protect your family and animals against rabies is to have your animals vaccinated by a licensed veterinarian. Vaccinating your animals is simple, inexpensive and could save lives. So don’t procrastinate—vaccinate!
