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Mississippi Health Officials Urge Rabies Vaccination After Bats

10/29/2025

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Health officials in North Mississippi urge owners to vaccinate against rabies after two incidents involving rabid bats.
In April, puppies in Tippah County interacted with a bat that tested positive for rabies, triggering owner immunizations.
Two cats in Benton County were found with a rabid bat, leading to post-exposure treatment for their family.
Mississippi law requires dogs and cats be vaccinated every one to three years by a licensed veterinarian.

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Health officials in North Mississippi urge owners to vaccinate against rabies after two incidents involving rabid bats.
In April, puppies in Tippah County interacted with a bat that tested positive for rabies, triggering owner immunizations.
Two cats in Benton County were found with a rabid bat, leading to post-exposure treatment for their family.
Mississippi law requires dogs and cats be vaccinated every one to three years by a licensed veterinarian.