# Rabies Case in Brown County Cow

> Minnesota confirms rabies in Brown County cow, nine people advised treatment.
- Title: Rabies Case in Brown County Cow · Valleynewslive | Shortify
- Summary: Minnesota confirms rabies in Brown County cow, nine people advised treatment. A Brown County cow tested positive for rabies, prompting quarantine of 13…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/09/21/rabies-detected-brown-county-cow-nine-people-advised-seek-treatment
- Published: 2026-09-21T19:43:06.5+00:00
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- Topics: minnesota, brown county, rabies, cattle, veterinarian, post-exposure treatment, news, local
## 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.
## Key takeaway

A Brown County cow tested positive for rabies, prompting quarantine of 13 cattle and preventive treatment for nine people.