Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Richmond | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 23, 2026 · 1m

A raccoon in Richmond’s Church Hill neighborhood has tested positive for rabies after acting strangely, approaching a vaccinated dog, and showing aggression toward people. While no human or pet exposures have been confirmed, officials are urging caution—any contact, including bites, scratches, or saliva exposure, requires immediate reporting. Keep pets indoors, ensure vaccinations are current (required by law for dogs, cats, and ferrets), and stay away from wild animals like raccoons, bats, foxes, and skunks. Know the emergency contacts and act fast if exposure is suspected—safety first…