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Rabid Bat Found: Cat Boosted as Precaution

2/6/2026

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A dead bat found on a Savannah porch tested positive for rabies on February 3, per the Chatham County Health Department.
A resident said her vaccinated cat may have interacted with the bat.
The cat is receiving a booster vaccination.
Health officials urge rabies prevention by avoiding contact with unknown animals, ensuring pets are vaccinated, securing garbage, not feeding wild animals, and contacting Chatham County Animal Services if exposure occurs.

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A dead bat found on a Savannah porch tested positive for rabies on February 3, per the Chatham County Health Department.
A resident said her vaccinated cat may have interacted with the bat.
The cat is receiving a booster vaccination.
Health officials urge rabies prevention by avoiding contact with unknown animals, ensuring pets are vaccinated, securing garbage, not feeding wild animals, and contacting Chatham County Animal Services if exposure occurs.