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Bat Tests Positive for Rabies

A bat in the Town of Morris has tested positive for rabies, according to a report released on Thursday, July 3 by the Otsego County Department of Health. According to Department of Health officials, the bat was tested on July 2.…
July 3, 2025

Time Out Otsego: 04-07-25

PUBLIC HEALTH—Noon. “Spring Tick Talk.” In-depth overview of tick-borne diseases and how to protect yourself and the community. Registration required. Otsego County Emergency Services Classroom, 140 County Highway 33W, Cooperstown. (607) 547-4230 or https://www.facebook.com/OtsegoCountyDepartmentofHealth…
April 6, 2025

Bat Tests Positive for Rabies

It is New York State law that all dogs, cats and ferrets be vaccinated for rabies. Unvaccinated pets in contact with wildlife that is suspected or confirmed to be rabid must be either euthanized or strictly quarantined at the owner’s expense for six months.…
November 27, 2024

Fox Tests Positive for Rabies

Rabies is a fatal viral infection that can be transmitted through the bite of an infected animal or contact with saliva to broken skin or mucus membranes. The public is cautioned to stay away from any stray or wild animals and instruct their children to do so as well.…
November 21, 2024

Skunk Tests Positive for Rabies

Rabies is a fatal viral infection that can be transmitted through the bite of an infected animal or contact with saliva to broken skin or mucus membranes. The public is cautioned to stay away from any stray or wild animals and instruct their children to do so as well.…
November 20, 2024

Rabid Bat Reported in Town of Maryland

It is New York State law that all dogs, cats and ferrets be vaccinated for rabies. Unvaccinated pets in contact with wildlife that is suspected or confirmed to be rabid must be either euthanized or strictly quarantined at the owner’s expense for six months.…
October 25, 2024

County Offers Advice on Safe Bat Handling

In an effort to combat potential human and pet exposure to a possibly infected bat, the Otsego County Rabies Information and Statistics webpage directs people to an informative, three-minute, 10-second video produced by the Minnesota Department of Health about how you can safely remove a bat from your living space.…
August 29, 2024

Skunk Tests Positive for Rabies

The skunk was found to be acting abnormally and tested positive for rabies on Saturday, August 24. According to the report, several farm animals were exposed to the skunk. All were up to date with their rabies vaccine. There was human exposure, and the individual is being treated with post exposure prophylaxis, officials said.…
August 29, 2024
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PUTTING THE COMMUNITY BACK INTO THE NEWSPAPER

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