Do not approach strange dogs or cats. Do not try to hand-feed wild animals and do not keep them as pets. Teach children to leave strange animals alone. Call and report sick or injured animals that you do not know to the Fort Worth Public Health Department Animal Services Division, 561-3737. Have a veterinarian vaccinate your dogs and cats against rabies.
State law requires every dog or cat to be vaccinated at four months of age and annually thereafter.
The City of Fort Worth requires all dogs and cats to be registered with the city. Keeping your pets vaccinated protects you and them. Wash any wound from an animal thoroughly with soap and water and seek medical attention immediately.