{"id":34721,"date":"2025-06-19T16:32:51","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T20:32:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/?page_id=34721"},"modified":"2025-06-19T17:03:51","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T21:03:51","slug":"what-wild-animals-get-rabies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/resources\/what-wild-animals-get-rabies\/","title":{"rendered":"What Wild Animals Get Rabies?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"846\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jennifer-uppendahl-tOsWk04Ga5s-unsplash-1024x846.jpg\" alt=\"raccoon peeking through porch\" class=\"wp-image-34430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jennifer-uppendahl-tOsWk04Ga5s-unsplash-1024x846.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jennifer-uppendahl-tOsWk04Ga5s-unsplash-300x248.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jennifer-uppendahl-tOsWk04Ga5s-unsplash-768x635.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jennifer-uppendahl-tOsWk04Ga5s-unsplash-1536x1269.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jennifer-uppendahl-tOsWk04Ga5s-unsplash-2048x1692.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-critter-white-smoke-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-critter-forrest-green-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2473b1f9618ce94676f172085bdf90c7\" id=\"h-key-takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rabies is a fatal virus that affects the central nervous system of mammals, including humans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is primarily transmitted through saliva via bites or scratches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over <strong>90% of rabies cases in the U.S. occur in wildlife<\/strong> and the most common are bats, raccoons, skunks, foxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Critter Control has been protecting people and pets from nuisance wildlife and rabies for over 40 years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps the greatest danger associated with a nuisance wildlife infestation is the risk of rabies. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/rabies\/about\/index.html\">Rabies<\/a>, a deadly viral disease, affects the central nervous systems of all mammals, including humans, pets, livestock, and wildlife. In the United States, wild animals are the primary carriers (<a href=\"https:\/\/avmajournals.avma.org\/view\/journals\/javma\/262\/11\/javma.24.05.0354.xml\">over 90% of reported cases occur in wildlife<\/a>). It spreads through the saliva of infected animals, usually through bites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-most-common-nuisance-wildlife-with-rabies\">The Most Common Nuisance Wildlife with Rabies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A rabies reservoir refers to an animal species that primarily carries and maintains the rabies virus within a specific geographic region. These animals are the primary source from which the virus can spread to other animals and humans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These species are the most common \u201crabies reservoir\u201d in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raccoons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skunks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foxes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They are also some of the more common nuisance wildlife that invade people\u2019s homes and properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\t\t<div class='wp-block-b-chart-chart  align' id='bChart-2a0c9da2-a' data-attributes='{&quot;cId&quot;:&quot;2a0c9da2-a&quot;,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;labels&quot;:[&quot;Bats&quot;,&quot;Raccoons&quot;,&quot;Skunks&quot;,&quot;Foxes&quot;],&quot;datasets&quot;:[{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Most Common Reported Rabies Cases&quot;,&quot;data&quot;:[34,28.3,18.4,7.5],&quot;backgroundColor&quot;:[&quot;#f6b221&quot;,&quot;#2a4634&quot;,&quot;#f5f5f5&quot;,&quot;#000&quot;],&quot;borderColor&quot;:[&quot;#f6b221&quot;,&quot;#2a4634&quot;,&quot;#f4f4f4&quot;,&quot;#231f20&quot;],&quot;tension&quot;:0.4,&quot;borderWidth&quot;:2,&quot;hoverBorderWidth&quot;:2,&quot;pointRadius&quot;:4,&quot;pointHoverRadius&quot;:4,&quot;pointStyle&quot;:&quot;triangle&quot;}]},&quot;type&quot;:&quot;pie&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;40%&quot;,&quot;textColor&quot;:&quot;#000&quot;,&quot;isXScale&quot;:false,&quot;isYScale&quot;:false,&quot;gridLineColor&quot;:&quot;#ffffff&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Most Common Reported Rabies Cases in Animals&quot;,&quot;titleColor&quot;:&quot;#000&quot;,&quot;align&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;height&quot;:&quot;450px&quot;,&quot;background&quot;:{&quot;color&quot;:&quot;#0000&quot;},&quot;isXGridLine&quot;:true,&quot;isYGridLine&quot;:true,&quot;alignment&quot;:&quot;center&quot;,&quot;isTitle&quot;:true,&quot;titleFontSize&quot;:22,&quot;isSubtitle&quot;:false,&quot;subtitle&quot;:&quot;Chart Subtitle&quot;,&quot;subtitleFontSize&quot;:13,&quot;subtitleColor&quot;:&quot;#8344c5&quot;,&quot;isDownload&quot;:false,&quot;openPopupId&quot;:&quot;&quot;}'><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/avmajournals.avma.org\/view\/journals\/javma\/262\/11\/javma.24.05.0354.xml\">Source<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other Common Critters that Carry Rabies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deer and large rodents, such as beavers and woodchucks, have been found to have rabies in affected areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<div class='wp-block-b-chart-chart  align' id='bChart-aed64e02-4' data-attributes='{&quot;cId&quot;:&quot;aed64e02-4&quot;,&quot;data&quot;:{&quot;labels&quot;:[&quot;Texas&quot;,&quot;Virginia&quot;,&quot;Pennsylvania&quot;,&quot;New York&quot;,&quot;North Carolina&quot;,&quot;California&quot;],&quot;datasets&quot;:[{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Six States Reported 50% of Rabies Cases&quot;,&quot;data&quot;:[395,337,329,267,264,241],&quot;backgroundColor&quot;:[&quot;rgba(245, 245, 245, 0.22)&quot;,&quot;rgba(245, 245, 245, 0.22)&quot;,&quot;rgba(245, 245, 245, 0.22)&quot;,&quot;rgba(245, 245, 245, 0.22)&quot;,&quot;rgba(245, 245, 245, 0.22)&quot;,&quot;rgba(245, 245, 245, 0.29)&quot;],&quot;borderColor&quot;:[&quot;#f6b221&quot;,&quot;#f6b221&quot;,&quot;#f6b221&quot;,&quot;#f6b221&quot;,&quot;#f6b221&quot;,&quot;#f6b221&quot;],&quot;tension&quot;:0.4,&quot;borderWidth&quot;:2,&quot;hoverBorderWidth&quot;:2,&quot;pointRadius&quot;:3,&quot;pointHoverRadius&quot;:4,&quot;pointStyle&quot;:&quot;triangle&quot;}]},&quot;type&quot;:&quot;bar&quot;,&quot;textColor&quot;:&quot;#000&quot;,&quot;gridLineColor&quot;:&quot;#ffffff&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Reported Rabies Cases by State&quot;,&quot;titleColor&quot;:&quot;#110f10&quot;,&quot;isDownload&quot;:true,&quot;align&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;80%&quot;,&quot;height&quot;:&quot;450px&quot;,&quot;background&quot;:{&quot;color&quot;:&quot;#0000&quot;},&quot;isXScale&quot;:true,&quot;isXGridLine&quot;:true,&quot;isYScale&quot;:true,&quot;isYGridLine&quot;:true,&quot;alignment&quot;:&quot;center&quot;,&quot;isTitle&quot;:true,&quot;titleFontSize&quot;:22,&quot;isSubtitle&quot;:false,&quot;subtitle&quot;:&quot;Chart Subtitle&quot;,&quot;subtitleFontSize&quot;:13,&quot;subtitleColor&quot;:&quot;#8344c5&quot;,&quot;openPopupId&quot;:&quot;&quot;}'><\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Source<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-signs-of-rabies-in-an-animal\">What Are the Signs of Rabies in an Animal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>You cannot definitely tell rabid animal by just looking at it. That\u2019s why we recommend that if you find evidence of a raccoon, bat, skunk, or other nuisance wildlife, do not attempt to catch it yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some signs indicate an infected animal, including:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The most common signs observed in wildlife are incoordination and erratic\/uncharacteristic behavior<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/blog\/author\/jburkhart\/\">-Jason Burkhart, Manager Director<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Behavioral changes<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unusually aggressive or unusually tame<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apparent lost of fear of humans &amp; predators<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excited, irritable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Affectionate &amp; friendly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Physical Symptoms and Movement Issues<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Difficulty swallowing and excessive drooling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Staggering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Convulsions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seizures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paralysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marked change in voice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unusual Activity Patterns<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nocturnal animals (skunks, raccoons, bats) active during the day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Approaching people<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snapping at nothing (fly biting)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bats-and-rabies\">Bats and Rabies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bats are one of the most common rabies reservoirs, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bats-rabies\/\">infected bats<\/a> make up less than one percent of the total bat population. Nevertheless, if you find a bat roosting in your attic, avoid it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spotting infected individuals isn\u2019t easy, as the mammals are small and active, and are almost exclusively nocturnal. Trying to spot common symptoms like a foaming mouth on a bat would put you in danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs of a Rabid Bat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bat that is lying on the ground<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A bat that is unable to fly or is easily approached<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A bat inside the living space of your home<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Rabies is transmitted via scratch, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bat-bites\/\"><u>bite<\/u><\/a>, or when infected saliva comes into contact with human eyes, mouths, or open wounds. Bat bites can go unnoticed. If someone is in a room with a bat, the safest precaution is to get tested for rabies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-critter-link-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-83ba1f5a14419623ea10a4a96d5d76d3 wp-duotone-unset-1\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-critter-white-smoke-background-color has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"458\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-32331\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-300x137.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-768x352.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bats-in-homes\/#bat-in-house\">Read: What to Do if You Find a Bat in the House<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rabid Raccoons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Infected raccoons may exhibit unusual behavior, such as aggression, disorientation, or a lack of fear toward humans and pets\u2014signs that can indicate a rabies infection. Because the virus is spread through saliva, bites from rabid raccoons pose a serious health risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs of Rabid Raccoon:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unusual aggression \u2013 excessive snarling, growling, or unprovoked attacks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Staggering or disoriented movement \u2013 appears drunk or off-balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nocturnal activity during the day \u2013 active in broad daylight (unusual for raccoons)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excessive drooling or frothing at the mouth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unresponsiveness or lethargy \u2013 unusually tame or slow to react<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vocalizations<strong> <\/strong>\u2013 strange or continuous noises such as high-pitched whining or screeching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paralysis or dragging limbs \u2013 especially in the hind legs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-mutilation or biting at the air \u2013 erratic behavior not typical of healthy raccoons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rabies vs Canine Distemper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/raccoons\/raccoon-diseases\/\">Canine distemper in raccoons<\/a> can have similar symptoms to rabies. In both cases, a raccoon will act strangely. In both cases, a raccoon can appear disoriented and have a loss of coordination. In either situation, avoid a sick raccoon! Canine distemper cannot be transmitted to humans, but your dog can get it. If you see a raccoon behaving bizarrely, call animal control to report it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rabies and Skunks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rabid skunks are marked by aggression, wandering during daytime hours, muscle tremors or paralysis, excess salivation, and may appear approachable. It is possible for an infected skunk to not exhibit symptoms for weeks, which means all skunks are potentially dangerous and should be avoided.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rabies-in-foxes\">Rabies in Foxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Foxes are natural carriers of rabies and are considered significant reservoirs in certain regions of the U.S., particularly in the Southeast and parts of the Southwest. A rabid fox may show sudden aggression, lose its natural wariness of people, or act overly tame. Infected foxes might also exhibit erratic movement, staggering, or appear disoriented, common signs of neurological impairment caused by the virus. Because foxes are often active during the day and night, spotting one in daylight isn\u2019t always abnormal, but if it\u2019s behaving oddly or approaching humans, avoid it and call wildlife professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-mammals-rarely-get-rabies\">What Mammals Rarely Get Rabies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although technically possible, small rodents and lagomorphs rarely get rabies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/squirrels\/do-squirrels-carry-rabies\/\">squirrels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>chipmunks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>rats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>rabbits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-coyotes-get-rabies\">Can coyotes get rabies?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/coyote\/coyote-diseases\/\">coyotes can contract rabies<\/a>. According to the CDC, coyotes account for less than 1% of all rabies cases in the United States. Like the other animals, if you see a coyote behaving aggressively,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-an-opossum-get-rabies\">Can an opossum get rabies?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While technically possible, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/opossums\/opossums-and-rabies\/\">opossums almost never get rabies<\/a>. Opossums have unique features that make it rare to contract rabies. Their unique immune system may make them more resistant to rabies, and their lower body temperatures makes it harder for rabies to survive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-armadillos-get-rabies\">Do armadillos get rabies?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Armadillos are mammals and can technically contract rabies, but rabies in armadillos is exceedingly rare., Their low body temperature makes it harder for the rabies virus to thrive. However, any wild animal acting strangely\u2014regardless of species\u2014should be avoided. Armadillos are more commonly associated with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/armadillos\/do-armadillos-carry-diseases\/\">leprosy (Hansen\u2019s disease)<\/a> in rare cases of prolonged or direct contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-animals-that-never-get-rabies\">Animals that Never Get Rabies.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rabies is only occurs in mammals so wildlife like birds, snakes, turtles, lizards, and amphibians never get rabies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-protect-pets-and-domestic-animals-from-rabies\">How to Protect Pets and Domestic Animals from Rabies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The rabies vaccine is the best way to protect your animals from rabies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Simple habitat modifications can keep wild animals like raccoons, skunks, and foxes out of your yard. Secure trash. Remove food sources. Block off access to the shelter. Protecting your home from bat infestations requires more maintenance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/how-to-get-rid-of-bats\/\">Read More: How to Get Rid of Bats<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-critter-control-protects-you-from-rabies\">How Critter Control Protects You from Rabies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-critter-light-grey-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jason-burkhart.jpg\" alt=\"Jason Burkhart Critter Control\" class=\"wp-image-34728\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jason-burkhart.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jason-burkhart-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/figure>\n                    <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n                    {\n                        \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n                        \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n                        \"contentUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/jason-burkhart.jpg\",\n                        \"width\": \"\",\n                        \"height\": \"\",\n                        \"caption\": \"\",\n                        \"description\": \"\",\n                        \"contentLocation\": \"USA\",\n                        \"author\": {\n                            \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n                            \"name\": \"Critter Control\",\n                            \"url\": \"http:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/\"\n                        }\n                    }\n                    <\/script>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/blog\/author\/jburkhart\/\">Jason Burkhart, Managing Director<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Critter Control uses physical separation from a potentially infected animal whenever possible.&nbsp; We much prefer to trap the animal in a box style trap that can more safely be carried than to initiate physical contact with the animal using a catch pole or as a last resort heavy leather gloves.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For over 40 years, people have trusted Critter Control to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/services\/wildlife-control\/\">safely remove wildlife<\/a>, such as raccoons, bats, and skunks, from their properties. Whether in the attic or digging under the shed, our experts can safely remove any nuisance wildlife. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-on-nuisance-wildlife-and-rabies\">Frequently Asked Questions on Nuisance Wildlife and Rabies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1750359270636\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Who should I call if a stray animal has signs of rabies?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Contact your local animal control agency to arrange for the safe pickup of the infected animal.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1750359921545\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Who should I call if I see any animal showing signs of rabies?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Do not approach it! If the animal is on your property, you&#8217;ll need to call a professional wildlife removal company. Most local animal control departments do not remove wildlife from homes. If you see a suspicious animal in public, call your local animal control office. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1750359301170\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How does Critter Control protect people from rabies?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Protection is provided through education, population reduction, and removal of potentially infected animals<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sources:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7563794<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/rabies\/about\/index.html<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-critter-light-grey-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-critter-forrest-green-color has-critter-light-grey-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-12eec9c93be328478d66ec8aecca003e\" id=\"h-local-rabies-news\">Local 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id=\"h-raccoon-tests-positive-for-rabies-in-fredericks\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yahoo.com\/news\/raccoon-tests-positive-rabies-frederick-150445370.html\">Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Fredericks<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Takeaways Perhaps the greatest danger associated with a nuisance wildlife infestation is the risk of rabies. 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