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Bats on the Rise: Rabies Risk Grows | Vancouver News
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Bats are crashing into homes and pets across BC—wildfires may be pushing them out, sparking a rabies scare. Veterinarians report record bat encounters, including confirmed rabies cases in both Vancouver Island and the Sea to Sky region. With bites often invisible, experts urge pet owners to keep animals leashed or indoors and seek post-exposure care—even for tiny nips. Vaccines are in high demand, though rabies remains rare (less than half a percent of bats carry it). A positive test means 90 days of isolation. Stay vigilant: prevention is key.
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