Rabies Prevention Guide for Farmers
A rabies prevention guide for farmers listing steps to protect people, pets, and livestock from exposure to wildlife and what to do if an animal acts strangely.
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The steps on this page
- Keep pets and livestock vaccinated per your veterinarian
- Avoid contact with wild animals
- Watch for odd behavior
- Keep distance from sick wildlife
- Secure feed and trash
- Do not touch dead animals bare handed
- Wash any bite right away
- Call a doctor and health officials
- Report to animal control
How to use this guide
Pin it up in the shop or barn. The numbered steps are a short reminder, and the notes lines are for details specific to your operation.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with CDC and USDA APHIS.
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