Another rabid skunk has been discovered in the region and once again it was discovered Southgate.
What is more important, human involvement and possible exposure to the rabies virus has been associated with this animal.
This is the fourth rabid animal report in Grey Bruce for 2010; all are skunks.
Rabies continues to be a significiant concern in Grey Bruce, with 20 per cent of all the cases reported in Ontario last year being in Grey Bruce.
May is National Rabies Awareness Month; Public Health reminds you to protect your pets against rabies. It is the law all cats and dogs over three months and all riding horses in Grey Bruce must be vaccinated for rabies.
Vaccinations protect pets from rabies and help protect your family if your pet is bitten by a rabid wild animal.


