09/28/2026
In observance of , here are our top 4 Rabies safety tips:
1. Keep your pet up to date with Rabies vaccines. The law varies by location, so ask your veterinarian.
2. If you see an animal known to carry Rabies acting abnormally or in contact with your pet, call animal control immediately. Do not handle the wild animal or risk getting bitten yourself.
3. If you or your pet has been exposed, contact your personal health care provider and your veterinarian immediately. Time is critical after exposure to prevent infection and death!
4. Bats are the leading cause of human rabies death in the United States, being responsible for more than 7 out of 10 fatal US rabies cases. Never handle bats or other wild animals as exposure can occur even if bites or scratches aren't visible. If you encounter a bat in your home, yard, or other area that would expose humans or pets, please call your local animal control and report the incident.
Learn more about how to safeguard yourself and your pets from this fatal disease on our website: thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/rabies-facts-prevention-tips
