Rabies Alert!
An indoor/outdoor cat that resided in Katonah died on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 and subsequently tested positive for rabies. Cat was a white tabby of average size.
If you, a family member, or your pet may have had any contact with this cat, immediately call the Westchester County Department of Health at (914) 813-5000.
Anyone bitten by a rabid animal or having had contact with its saliva may need to receive post-exposure rabies treatment. When administered early enough, before symptoms develop, the treatment is 100% effective. Once symptoms occur, in humans or animals, the disease is fatal. To protect yourself from rabies, NEVER feed, handle or approach wild or stray animals.