Rabies confirmed in eastern NM skunks

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health is reporting five skunks in eastern New Mexico have been found this year with rabies.

An NMDOH news release said the skunks were found in De Baca, Curry, Quay and Colfax counties.

“The NMDOH is warning pet owners throughout New Mexico to make sure their dogs, cats, horses and other livestock get vaccinated against rabies,” the release said.

“Residents and visitors are reminded to be aware of strangely behaving wild animals or oddly acting unowned domestic animals. Pet owners are encouraged to keep their pets on a leash to prevent an exposure to a wild animal and to have their rabies vaccinations up-to-date.”