11/25/2025
Rabies Alert!!!
On November 5, 2025, a puppy in Pulaski County tested positive for rabies. This puppy had contact with several family members and veterinary staff before the diagnosis. Thankfully, everyone who was exposed is now receiving post-exposure rabies shots, which are very effective at preventing the disease once given promptly.
This recent case is a serious reminder that rabies is still very real and present in Kentucky.
Rabies in Our Area
Rabies is endemic in Kentucky, especially in skunks and bats. As of November 12, there have already been 27 confirmed animal rabies cases in 2025 in our state.
• 3 of these cases were in domestic animals:
• 🐕 Two dogs
• 🐴 One horse
When unvaccinated pets come into contact with a rabid wild animal (like a skunk or bat), they can become infected and then unknowingly expose people their family, neighbors, and veterinary staff.
Why Rabies Vaccination Is So Important
Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear, but it is 100% preventable with proper vaccination and timely medical care.
✅ The rabies vaccine for pets and livestock provides excellent protection.
✅ Keeping your pet up to date on rabies vaccination helps:
• Protect your pet’s life
• Protect your family and friends
• Protect veterinary staff and the community
We don’t just vaccinate pets for their sake we vaccinate them to protect the people who love them. ❤️
What You Can Do
• Make sure your dogs and cats are current on their rabies vaccines
• Avoid contact with wildlife, especially skunks and bats
• If your pet has contact with a wild animal, call us right away
If you’re unsure whether your pet is up to date on rabies, give our clinic a call and we’ll be happy to check their records and schedule a booster if needed.
👉 Rabies is here. Protection is in your hands.
Let’s work together to keep our pets and our community safe.
