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Rabies Case in Brown County Cow
Minnesota confirms rabies in Brown County cow, nine people advised treatment.
In brief
Minnesota confirms rabies in Brown County cow, nine people advised treatment. A Brown County cow tested positive for rabies, prompting quarantine of 13 cattle and preventive treatment for nine people. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Rabies detected in Brown County cow
A Hereford heifer in Brown County tested positive for rabies, prompting quarantine of more than a dozen cattle and a recommendation for nine people to seek preventive treatment.
Cow owner noticed symptoms on Sept 1
The cow’s owner first noticed unusual behavior on Sept. 1 when the animal was found lying flat with its head down.
Vet exams without gloves
A veterinarian examined the cow on Sept. 1 and gave oral medication without wearing gloves, followed by a second vet the next day.
Cow euthanized and tested
By Sept. 3, the cow showed uncoordinated hind legs, high-stepping, vocalizing, excessive drooling and a fever, leading to euthanasia and rabies confirmation on Sept. 8.
Nine people advised treatment
Nine people, including the owner, daughter, two children, two vets and three technicians, were advised to receive rabies post-exposure treatment.
Quarantine and monitoring
Thirteen cattle are quarantined, with over 40 head under observation, and a horse, three vaccinated dogs, and two unvaccinated cats were euthanized.
The main idea
A Brown County cow tested positive for rabies, prompting quarantine of 13 cattle and preventive treatment for nine people.
