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Rabid stray cat bites 5 Florida residents and attacks puppy before dying under a home
Yahoo • • health
Key Points:
- A stray cat in a north Lakeland, Florida neighborhood bit five people, attacked a puppy, and was later found dead with confirmed rabies, prompting a public health scare.
- The cat was among several fed by resident Angelica Perez, who was cited for allowing unvaccinated cats to roam and for negligence leading to injuries.
- Victims ranged from children to adults, with officials urging all bitten individuals to seek immediate medical care and warning about the risks of feeding and handling roaming animals.
- Authorities emphasized that feral cats can carry diseases like rabies and urged residents to avoid feeding or handling stray animals unless they are vaccinated and registered.
- The recommended approach to helping strays involves humane trapping, vaccination, sterilization, and registration to protect both the animals and the community.
