Many thousands of Ontarians have taken injection series over the past 15 years because of exposure to rabid animals and, in this period, there has not been a case of human rabies in the province. You don't want rabies to attack you, your children, your animals or anyone else you care for. Keeping the following do's' and don'ts' in mind can help you to prevent this from happening. Have all your pets and domestic animals vaccinated against rabies and repeat the vaccinations yearly or as advised by your veterinarian. Do not approach and attempt to play with stray cats or dogs or other animals, and caution your children not to do so either.
Unknown animals can be unfriendly and dangerous.
Do not touch any animal that is dead or that you suspect of having rabies unless it is absolutely necessary. If you do, wear leather mitts or gloves, and wash them with a disinfectant after use. Keep you pets in the house at night. Many night-roaming animals, notably skunks, carry and transmit the disease. When camping, hunting or hiking in the woods, be aware of the possibility of coming across an infected animal.