04/20/2026
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‼️Public Safety Notice: Positive Rabies in Palm Beach County‼️
Rabies has been confirmed in a bat that bit a person near the 600 block of Hookline Circle in Loxahatchee, FL 33470. The bat was picked up by Animal Care and Control and was sent for rabies testing. Do not approach animals or attempt to feed them. Rabies is a health threat for humans and other animals.
Palm Beach County requires all dogs and cats must be currently vaccinated against rabies and wearing a current county rabies tag.
If you suspect wildlife or a stray animal may have bitten your pet, please call Animal Care and Control at 561-233-1215 and see your veterinarian immediately.
If you suspect any person may have been bitten by wildlife or a stray animal, please call Animal Care and Control at 561-233-1215 and see your physician immediately.
DO NOT FEED WILDLIFE OR STRAY DOMESTIC ANIMALS! If you observe sick or aggressive wildlife or stray cats and dogs, please contact Animal Care and Control at 561-233-1200 ext. 0.
RABIES IS A SERIOUS AND FATAL DISEASE TO BOTH HUMANS AND ANIMALS
Low-cost rabies vaccinations for dogs and cats (four months or older) are available at ACC Saturday and Sunday from 2pm-4pm (verify before arrival). No appointment necessary.
Rabies vaccination - $15
Rabies tags for sterilized pets - $15
Rabies tags for non-sterilized pets - $75
Senior citizens receive a 25% discount on tags only.
All dogs must be leashed. All cats must be in a carrier.
DO NOT feed wildlife, stray cats, or stray dogs.
DO NOT leave pet food outdoors.
SECURE garbage lids and containers.
