Rabies

RABIES IN PUEBLO COUNTY
We have had our 3^rd positive rabid animal in Pueblo- County for 2015. Be sure your animals are vaccinated and if you see a dead or suspicious acting animal, call Pueblo Animal Services (PAS) at 719-544-3005. Do not approach suspicious animals and be sure you take the proper precautions when disposing of dead animals.

Rabies Facts:

1.) There is no cure for rabies, and it is almost always fatal. Once clinical signs occur, an infected animal usually dies within five days.

2.) Rabies virus is spread by contact with the saliva of an infected animal, usually through a bit, but it has been known to be transmitted through scratching and an existing wound. 

3.) Human rabies cases in the U.S. currently average two per year. Cases of rabies in domestic pets average 400-500 per year.

4.) Most common rabies carriers in the U.S. are raccoons, bats, skunks, and foxes.

FIRST RABIES POSITIVE BAT IN 2015 FOR PUEBLO COUNTY

Make sure you and your loved ones are educated on how to handle rabid animals. Call the Pueblo City-County Health Department at (719)-583-4323 if you are bitten by a bat, other wild animal, or if you suspect you’ve been exposed to their saliva.

PUEBLO PET CHECK!!!

Come Join Pueblo Animal Services and the Pueblo City-County Health Department Saturday, May 9th from 9:00am-1:00pm for free animal care services!!

GET YOUR PETS VACCINATED!

Next low cost clinic:

SOUTHERN COLORADO SPAY AND NEUTER CLINIC

1700 S Prairie Ave, Pueblo, CO 81005

Sunday, March 8th, 2015 from 10:00am-1:00pm.

 Vaccinations are only $10.00 each that day (normal price $12). 

Call: 719-564-3776 if you have any questions

First Rabies Positve Bat for 2014

Bat had contact with a senior on Quincy St. near Orman Avenue. Bat was sent for testing and was positive for Rabies.

Bats often roost in older homes or any place they can find cover. People should assess their homes and outer openings to ensure they are adequately protected and sealed.

Please remember to report any contact with a bat or suspected contact with a bat! If the bat flies into or hits you or a family member at any time it is considered significant contact and should be reported.

Third bat tests positive for rabies

The third bat to test positive for rabies comes from the mountains near Lake Isabel:

It is important to remember that bats do exist in a variety of environments.  We need to remain vigilant of bat activity no matter where we are.


Please remember to report any contact with a bat or suspected contact with a bat!  If the bat flies into you or hits you or a family member at anytime that is considered significant contact and should be reported.

Remember bats can be found every where!! Stay clear of any unfamiliar animal including wildlife!

Second Bat Tests Positive for Rabies

Another bat has tested positive for rabies in Pueblo!

This one was on Temple Dr. and bit a person.

Please be aware that we do have bats in Pueblo County and take extra precautions when reaching for or picking up anything that you are not sure what it is.