Symptoms of rabies may vary widely from animal to animal. In any animal, the first sign of rabies is usually a change in behavior. The animal becomes either unnaturally withdrawn or unnaturally approachable. It loses all caution and fear of natural enemies. Staggering, paralysis, and frothing at the mouth are sometimes noticed.
Many animals have a change in the sound of their voice.
Consult a veterinarian and report to the local health department if any person has been bitten or exposed to the suspect animal. Be sure to keep the animal confined until it can be examined by a veterinarian. Try not to expose yourself or other people. Do not feed, pet or handle any stray or wild animal. Keep your animals from coming into contact with it.