Rabies

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This is the county’s first rabies-positive animal of the year

Health officials are suggesting steps to protect people and pets

An Ottawa County Bat has tested positive for Rabies, a Kent County Man has been arrested for allegedly running an alcohol for sex scheme, Living West Michigan visits Paws with a Cause and more state and West Michigan news.

Officials are warning Michigan residents to protect their families, pets and livestock from rabies.Rabies is a viral disease transmitted by a bite from an…