January 28, 2015

Sick raccoons are in Cedar Key.  Fourteen have been “dispatched,” killed, in the past two weeks, reports Police Chief Virgil Sandlin.

Should you spy a sick raccoon, understand that it could be suffering from a multitude of illnesses including rabies and distemper.  These illnesses are extremely dangerous to dogs and other domesticated animals, and some to humans.

Sick raccoon symptoms are any aberrant behaviors:  excessive slowness, partial paralysis, vomiting, and seizures.  Affected domesticated animals’ symptoms mimic the sick raccoon’s symptoms.

• Be certain your animals are vaccinated.  If not, do so immediately.
• If you come in contact with a sick raccoon, stay away from it, and telephone the Cedar Key Police at 543-5132.

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