Advisory issued after dogs spotted near body of rabid fox in Campbell County

CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Health officials have issued an advisory to the community after two dogs were spotted near the body of a fox that tested positive for rabies earlier this week.

According to the Campbell County Department of Health, the dogs were seen near a dead fox on the morning of August 5 around the area of 5690 Bear Creek Road.

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“The two dogs are described as hound dogs that are black with white spots and wearing collars,” CCDH said.

The body of the fox was tested and confirmed positive for rabies. Now the owners of the dogs are urged to get care for them.

“Anyone who has reason to believe that these are their dogs are advised to seek the advice of a veterinarian and to contact the Campbell County Health Department at (434) 592-9550 or Campbell County Animal Control at (434) 332-9574,” CCDH said.