Rabid Barn Cat Confirmed in Galen as Wayne County Sees Spike in Cases

Wayne County health officials are warning residents after a barn cat in Galen tested positive for rabies, the third confirmed rabies case in the county within a week.

Advertisements

Officials say rabies activity is higher than expected and are urging residents to avoid stray and wild animals and keep pets vaccinated. A rabies vaccination clinic will be held June 25 at the Lyons School District bus garage for dogs, cats, and ferrets.

3 rabies cases spark warning in Wayne County