Second rabies case of 2026 posted by Kerr County Animal Control

In just one week’s time since it recorded its first case of the year, Kerr County Animal Control has announced it has a second positive rabies confirmation – this time in a bat found in Center Point.

“My office was alerted that a bat had been found inside a home in the 100 block of JJ Lane in Center Point. Unfortunately, just as it happened with the first incident we had last week, the diseased animal had come into contact with the family’s pets,” said Kerr County Animal Control Director Reagan Givens.

A KCAC officer collected the bat on Saturday, March 21, and it was preserved properly before being sent for testing on Monday, March 23. “We received word late yesterday, March 25, that the bat had tested positive for rabies,” Givens said.

In keeping with protocol that is lined out by state law, the family’s pet dog, which had previously been vaccinated for rabies, was quickly given a booster inoculation and is isolating in the family’s home.

An elderly cat in the home was also exposed. It was not up-to-date on its rabies vaccine. As such, it was surrendered to Kerr County Animal Control and will be in isolation at a vet.

“Often, our family’s four-legged members are the first to come into contact with a wild animal. Because you never know where or when that might happen, please make sure your cats and dogs are current on their vaccinations,” Givens said.

Additionally, do not attempt to feed or touch any wildlife – including stray cats and dogs, he advised.

If anyone notices an animal acting abnormally, they are asked to make a note of what it looks like, where it is exactly and maybe even which direction it may be

 heading. Then, call that information in to the Kerr County Animal Control office at 830-257-3100. If the sighting happens outside normal business hours, then please call the information in to the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office at 839-896-1216.