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Rabid Raccoon in Texas Sparks Urgent Pet Vaccination Call

4/18/2025

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A raccoon in San Marcos, Texas, has tested positive for rabies, raising alarms after it was reported sick on April 14. The resident who encountered the animal is now receiving medical treatment. City officials are urging pet owners to vaccinate their pets against rabies, emphasizing the importance of compliance with state law to curb the virus's spread.

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A raccoon in San Marcos, Texas, has tested positive for rabies, raising alarms after it was reported sick on April 14. The resident who encountered the animal is now receiving medical treatment. City officials are urging pet owners to vaccinate their pets against rabies, emphasizing the importance of compliance with state law to curb the virus's spread.