POTTER COUNTY, TEXAS -- The Potter County Sheriff's Department is warning the public about rabies in the area.
A third confirmed case of rabies in Potter County was found in the Rolling Hills area Tuesday night. A resident's dog was found attacking and killing a skunk. The skunk was positively tested for rabies and the dog owners are having to put their dog to sleep. The Health Department is also in contact with the dog owners to evaluate their need for rabies inoculations because of their contact with the dog.
Potter County Sheriff Brian Thomas is now urging all pet owners to make sure their animals are vaccinated against rabies. He says those with animals need to make sure their animals are under direct supervision so no direct contact is made with any wild animals. Sheriff Thomas stresses that residents should pay attention to stray animals or wildlife out during unusual times of the day or coming closer to homes.
This marks the 13th case of rabies reported in the Panhandle, including 12 skunks and one cow.
