Henrico County Police report first rabies case of 2025

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC)-- The Henrico County Police Division has reported its first rabies case of 2025.

On Sunday, March 23, officers received a report of a potential rabies exposure involving two dogs and a raccoon. According to police, the raccoon was submitted to the State Lab and tested positive for rabies. Due to the potential contact between the dogs and the raccoon, the dogs involved will be quarantined on the owner's property.

There were no other animal or human exposures reported at this time, according to police.

"The Henrico Police Animal Protection Unit reminds everyone to keep their pets’ rabies vaccinations current to ensure the safety of their pets and our community," a release from police on Wednesday reads. "Henrico County offers rabies vaccination clinics throughout the year."

The next rabies clinic is scheduled for Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Henrico County Western Government Center, located on Parham Road. Additional clinic dates can be found on the Henrico County Animal Shelter's page.

To report abnormal wildlife behavior and possible rabies exposures, call the Henrico County Police Division at 804-501-5000.