Rabies & Animal Bite Information

The Rabies Prevention Program provides surveillance of rabies, education about rabies prevention, follow-up on reported animal bites, and referral for treatment.

If you are bitten by a wild animal or a pet dog, cat, etc., you do not know, wash any wounds immediately with soap and water for 15 minutes to flush out any virus.

Then seek medical attention as soon as possible. 

To report a domestic animal bite, contact the Sheriff’s Department at 715-478-3331.  

To report a wild animal or stray animal bite or if there are any other questions regarding rabies, contact the Health Department at 715-478-3371.

Pet owners can lower the risk of rabies by keeping pets up to date on rabies vaccines. Also, keep pets away from wild animals as much as possible. 

More Information:

Wisconsin Statutes on Rabies Control

Wisconsin Department of Health Services