A feline (cat) was captured by Harnett County Animal Services on July 25, 2025, near 620 Matthews Rd, Lillington, NC 27546. A rabies test was conducted, and it was confirmed by the State lab on July 28, 2025, that the feline tested positive for rabies. Harnett County Animal Services will provide rabies shots for animal owners in that area for $5.00 per animal. If citizens are interested in vaccinating their animals, please call Harnett County Animal Services at (910) 814-2952 to schedule an appointment at our facility. If you prefer to have the rabies vaccine done at your home, please call (910) 893-0800. As a precaution, we are advising citizens to update their domestic animals' vaccinations and limit their exposure to foxes, raccoons, coyotes, feral cats/dogs, or other wildlife in the vicinity.

If you observe an animal exhibiting signs of rabies, such as excessive drooling, difficulty swallowing, staggering, paralysis, seizures, or aggression, please contact (910) 893-0800 to speak with a Field Service Officer.