A person was bitten by a rabid fox in Glastonbury last week and police are warning residents about the dangers of rabid animals.
The person was bitten by a gray fox on Redwood Lane on Thursday, June 9, according to police.
Signs of rabies include staggering, excess salivation, tremors, convulsions, stupors and unprovoked aggression.
Animal Control is reminding residents that all pets must be vaccinated against rabies.
Police said an unvaccinated domestic animal, or one whose vaccination has lapsed, that comes in contact with a rabid animal faces a six-month quarantine or euthanasia.
Police have received reports of foxes all over town and daytime fox activity is not a sign of rabies.
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Foxes are being born and raised close to homes and human activity and are becoming accustomed to the presence of humans, according to the Facebook post.
They are curious by nature and a person can often get within 10 to 15 feet of a fox before they scamper off. And if you stop approaching them, they'll settle nearby to watch you some more.
Glastonbury residents with questions or concerns about the health of a wild animal should all Animal Control t 860-633-7227 or the routine police department number, 860-633-8301.
