Do not pick up any sick-looking animal. If you see a baby animal that appears to be orphaned, leave it alone. Additional information can be obtained from your local public health office or from a veterinarian. Rabies is a viral disease that attacks the central nervous system. It is spread from infected animals to people or other animals through saliva.
Rabies is invariably fatal once symptoms appear.
Common wildlife carriers of the disease in Manitoba are skunks, bats and foxes. Animals with rabies often change their behavior. Pets may become unusually aggressive, depressed or lethargic. The animal s movements may seem awkward and stiff. Wild animals may seem unusually friendly or become unusually aggressive.