Well being officers in southern Jersey warn that a gatitos of Port Norris might have been uncovered to rabies.
The Cumberland County Well being Division mentioned on June 13 that the kittens got here from North Avenue, close to Predominant Avenue, and at the least one of many animals has examined constructive for rage.
Different kittens of the identical litter have already been taken dwelling by folks from the neighborhood, so anybody who not too long ago obtained a kitten from the North Avenue space should talk with the Division of Well being.
The kittens and every other animal with which they might contact may very well be monitored for rabies, mentioned the Division of Well being. People who hung out round cats must also be reviewed to acquire signs of rabies publicity.
To guard animals and folks of their dwelling, the Division of Well being recommends holding pets vaccinated, avoiding contact with wild or road animals, informing bites and scratches and getting medical assist instantly for those who suppose you’ve gotten been uncovered.
Here’s a take a look at among the signs of rabies in cats and canines, in keeping with VCA animal hospitals:
- Agitation, nervousness and irritability
- Muscle spams that keep away from swallowing
- Extreme saliva
- Paralysis
- Agitation, nervousness and irritability
- Aggression, turning into extremely excitable
- Indicators of wicked urge for food (consuming and chewing stones, rubbish, and many others.)
- Paralysis, face distortion and problem swallowing
- Weak point, discomfort, fever or headache
- Itching on the positioning of the chew
- Nervousness, confusion, insomnia, delirium
- Hallucinations
- Worry of water
- Incursions