Rabies Awareness in Utah: What Pet Owners Need to Know
UTAH — Each year, responsible pet owners schedule routine veterinary visits to keep their dogs healthy and protected. During these annual checkups, dogs typically receive required vaccinations, including the rabies vaccine. While most of us follow this protocol without much thought, many people still wonder: What exactly is rabies, how is it spread, and what happens if a bite occurs? Rabies is a serious but preventable viral disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The virus is most often transmitted through the bite of an infected animal. In Utah, the wildlife species most commonly associated with ...
