Cary Animal Control officials have confirmed the town's first case of rabies in Cary.

The last reported case in Cary was in November 2007.

On Sunday, Sept. 13 at 2:30 p.m., residents living in Cambridge Apartments in Cary near Ludington Court reported a fox behaving strangely. Cary Police responded and transported the dead fox for testing at the State Laboratory of Public Health in Raleigh. The Town of Cary was notified on Sept. 14 that the fox was infected with the rabies virus.

You are advised to use caution when dealing with any animal that may be suspicious or one that may have come in contact with a suspicious animal. Wear gloves and other protective clothing when helping injured pets, and stay away from any bodily fluids, especially saliva. As always, have your pets vaccinated against the disease. Seek help immediately if you or your pets are bitten by any animal, and notify officials as soon as possible.

If you suspect a rabid animal, contact Cary Animal Control immediately at (919) 319-4517 or call your local veterinarian.