Henrico reports third rabies case of 2022
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A fox that attempted to catch a kitten in Highland Springs has tested positive for rabies, marking the third confirmed case of rabies reported in Henrico County this year.
The incident happened on A.P. Hill Avenue Aug. 5, according to Henrico Police. Someone was able to trap the fox in a pet carrier. Actual physical contact between the fox and the kitten could not be confirmed, but there were no additional exposures involving animals or humans, according to police.
Henrico Police will host a drive-through rabies clinic ($10 per pet) at the county’s western government center Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon. Visit https://henrico.us/services/rabies-vaccination-for-domestic-animal/ for details.
Report abnormal wildlife behavior and any possible rabies exposures to the Henrico Police Non-Emergency Communications Center at (804) 501-5000.
