Henrico reports first rabies case of 2026
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A raccoon that interacted with two dogs near Willow Lawn in Henrico County Jan. 2 has tested positive for rabies, Henrico Police officials said Tuesday. It is the first confirmed case of rabies in the county in the young new year.
Police were called to the 5200 block of West Grace Street for a report of a potential rabies exposure involving the dogs and raccoon, which was captured and submitted to the state lab for testing.
Because there was potential contact between the dogs and the raccoon, the dogs will be quarantined on the owner’s property. There were no additional animal or human exposures reported, according to police.
Henrico Police Animal Protection Unit officials are reminding the public to keep their pets’ rabies vaccinations current to ensure their safety and the community.
Henrico County will offer two rabies this year:
• Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Eastern Henrico Government Center, 3820 Nine Mile Road;
• Saturday, Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Western Henrico Government Center, 4301 East Parham Road.
For details, call the Animal Protection Unit at 804-727-8801.
To report abnormal wildlife behavior and any possible rabies exposures to Henrico Police, call (804) 501-5000.
