BUTLER COUNTY—Authorities in south central on Friday confirmed a case of rabies in a cat. This was confirmed through testing at K-State Animal Hospital in Manhattan, according to a statement from Benton Police.
The city asked residents to keep pets inside and ensure they are up to date on their vaccinations. Boosters are strongly recommended if it has been a couple of years. If your children are outside, stay with them and keep them away from any animals you don't know. Don't pick up any animals you see running loose.
"We will be trapping cats in the southern part of town, so if you have any you are fond of take them inside (only if they are vaccinated and then get them boosters). Any we catch will be taken to city hall and quarantined as per veterinary protocol."
The city was also currently working to get a rabies vaccination clinic set up for next Saturday. It will be at the Park Pavillion (Main and Cedar) and for Benton residents and those within a half mile of town.