Oct. 5, 2008 - Rabid cat confirmed

Franklin Township Health Department Memo

A rabid cat in the area of Willow Avenue was confirmed in a memo from our local Health Department.  Rabies is curable but left untreated can be fatal in humans and pets.  The Franklin Township Health Department Director, Water Galanowsky, offers these rabies reminders:

Have your pets vaccinated against rabies.

A rabies vaccination shot will help protect your dog, cat or ferret from rabies. Make sure your pets stay up to date on their vaccination shots.

Do not go near wild animals.Stay away from stray animals.

Raccoons, skunks, foxes, bats and other wild animals may be infected with rabies and should not be touched.

Do not go near wild animals. Have your pets vaccinated against rabies.  A rabies vaccination shot will help protect your dog, cat or ferret from rabies. Make sure your pets stay up to date on their vaccination shots.   Cats and dogs that roam outdoors are more likely to be infected with rabies and may bite you. Do not try to feed or pet them.

Make sure that your home and yard do not attract wild animals. -  Keep garbage cans tightly covered.  Do not leave pet food outdoors. Cap chimneys and seal places where animals can get in and hide. 

If you are scratched or bitten by an animal - wash the wound with lots of soap and water. Call your doctor right away. Call the Franklin Township Animal Control at 732-873-2500, extension 255 (during business hours) or  Franklin Township Police Department (evenings and weekends) 732-873-2300. 

For more information call: 732-873-2500, ext. 371