Rabies Control

Rabies is a deadly disease that has no cure and can be transmitted from wild or domestic animal populations to humans.  In Henderson County, most confirmed cases have been within the raccoon population. People are at risk for exposure if their domestic pets have come in contact with a rabid animal. Precautions people can take to reduce their risk of exposure:

• keep your pet vaccinated against rabies
• not allow your pet to roam free
• avoid contact with wildlife
• don't attract wild animals, if you feed pets outside do not leave the food out for extended periods of time

Every owner or keeper of a dog or cat over four months of age shall have the animal vaccinated against rabies pursuant to G.S. 130A-185. Each year local veterinarians conduct low cost rabies vaccination clinics. Please check with your veterinarian or the Animal Shelter about a clinic in your area.

Henderson County Confirmed Rabies Cases

YEAR          Total                         Type of Animal

2019               1                              Bat

2018               3                             3 Bats

2017               0                        

2016               3                          2 Raccoons, 1 Bat

2015               1                            Raccoon  

2014               2                           1 Cat, 1 Raccoon

2013               3                           2 Bats, 1 Fox

2012               0                          

2011               1                             Raccoon

2010               0

2009               4                   1 Dog, 1 Skunk, 2 Raccoons