Positive rabies reported in Hall County

Hall County authorities have issued a rabies alert after a person came into contact with a rabid dog in the North Hall area of Clermont.

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The dog was transported to the Georgia Public Health Lab – Virology Section in Decatur for confirmation testing. Hall County Animal Control was advised that the dog tested positive for the disease on Oct. 28.

County officials are urging pet owners to ensure their pets are immunized against the virus.

“Animal owners are encouraged to vaccinate their domesticated pets for rabies,” officials said. Low-cost immunizations are offered locally through the county’s animal shelter facility. “Vaccines are available at the Hall County Animal Shelter for $10, Tuesday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Barber Rd. in Gainesville,” authorities said.

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Hall County Animal Services requested that local residents report any animals exhibiting strange behavior. If you live in this area and see an animal acting abnormally, contact Hall County Animal Services at 770-531-6830 or call Hall County Dispatch at 770-536-8812 during non-working hours.

Residents seeking additional information or who have questions regarding the rabies alert can contact the Hall County Public Information Office directly by email at [email protected].

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