A bat, which later tested positive for rabies, was recently found in Frisco.
Frisco Animal Services was informed of a bat on the ground in the Preston Manor subdivision, near Preston and Main. Officers saw the animal, which exhibited abnormal behavior.
The animal was sent to Austin for testing and was found positive for rabies by the Texas Department of State Health Services Zoonosis Control.
Animal service providers note that although bats are naturally nocturnal animals, it is not uncommon to see a bat in daylight. Symptoms of rubbery bats include inability to fly, disorientation, staggering and screaming as well as screaming.
The Frisco Police Department and Frisco Animal Services share the following tips to help with rabies:
- Vaccinate dogs and cats. Vaccinations against rabies are required by order
- Keeping pets vaccinated protects you and them
- Restrict pets; do not let them run
- Avoid contact with wild animals and with unknown dogs and cats
Sick or injured animals can be reported to Animal Services at 972-292-6010.
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