Rabies warning after bat tests positive in Cherry County

Butler Veterinary Clinic says the area is currently seeing increased bat activity, and this week a bat found interacting with puppies in Cherry County tested positive for the deadly virus.

August 13, 2026Updated: August 13, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Rabies warning after bat tests positive in Cherry County

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