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Rabies Confirmed in Another Georgetown Lactating Raccoon
The infected mother may have passed the virus along to her young.
A second rabid lactating mother raccoon was found in Georgetown 10 days and about three block from the first case of a rabid lactating raccoon, according to the DC Department of Health.
The first incident took place in the alley behind 34th and R streets, NW. Patch has requested additional details on the location of the second incident.
Lab results for the second incident confirmed Monday that the mother had rabies, which means her young may also be infected with the virus.
In April, a rabid raccoon bit a man near Montrose Park in Georgetown.
"The main message here is prevention and caution on approaching any suspicious animals including loose cats and dogs. For the pet owners, allowing cats and dogs to run at large in the woods is risky due to possible exposure to Rabies and Lyme disease, both of which can be transmitted to humans," Maria Hille, supervisory biologist for the DC Department of Health, wrote in an email.
Residents can call 311 and ask to be connected with Animal Control if they spot a raccoon exhibiting symptoms of rabies, which include being out during the daytime and aggressive behavior. You can also call Animal Control directly at 202-576-6664.
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