A fox near the 2500 block of Cullum Road in Bel Air has tested positive for rabies, Harford County health officials confirmed Wednesday.
What’s happening: The Maryland Department of Health confirmed the positive test result Wednesday. Anyone who had contact with a fox in that area — or whose pet did — should call the Harford County Health Department at (410) 877-2300.
What this means for you: Rabies is a deadly virus spread through the saliva of infected animals, usually through a bite. If a person or pet was exposed and does not get treatment in time, the disease can be fatal. Seeing a fox in the area is not cause for alarm on its own — only direct contact matters.
How to protect yourself and your pets:
- Keep pets on a leash during walks and watch them closely in the backyard.
- Make sure dogs, cats, and ferrets are current on their rabies vaccinations.
- Cover trash cans and do not leave pet food outside, which can attract wildlife.
- Do not feed, pet, or touch wild animals.
- Call Harford County Animal Control at (410) 638-3505 if you see a stray animal acting strangely — signs include unusual friendliness, aggression, sluggishness, or confusion.
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