Full Notification

Bordentown Township Animal Control has been notified that a raccoon found on Hinkle Drive near Hunt Ave has tested positive for the Rabies virus.

Rabies is a fatal disease of warm-blooded mammals caused by a virus. An infected animal carries the rabies virus in its saliva and infects other animals or people through bites, scratches, and contact with the saliva. Once infected animals become ill, they may bite or attack other animals or people. Some signs of rabies in wild animals/cats may include strange vocalization, staggering, and lethargy along with some appearing to be overly friendly. Please do not approach wild animals exhibiting these signs and notify your local Animal Control.

Common carriers of the virus are raccoons, skunks, foxes, woodchucks, bats, and feral (stray) cats. Please DO NOT FEED STRAY ANIMALS. Do not make pets of wild animals. Be certain that your cat or dog is properly vaccinated and up to date with their rabies vaccination. If you know of any stray cats, dogs, or any other animal in the area acting strangely, please contact Animal Control 609-298-4300 x2126.

Please keep garbage in a container with a tight fitting lid to prevent attracting animals. Clean up spilled bird seed, garden debris and do not leave pet food out for extended periods of time.

If you are exposed (either bitten or scratched) by any suspected animal; please act promptly. Immediately wash the wound with soap and water and call your physician and the Health Department. If your pet is bitten or in an fight with a wild animal, please contact Animal Control and follow up with your Veterinarian for direction. Animals observed during the day are not necessarily rabid, but may be mothers foraging for food or juvenile animals that are exploring.