Animals and Insects
Purpose/Goals
- To assure that the public is protected from the spread of vectorborne diseases and
- To assure that rabies does not occur in humans, dogs or cats within Eau Claire County.
Program Description
Provide consultation and information to the public on eliminating or controlling rodents, insects and other animals capable of causing or transmitting disease to humans. Investigate and enforce state city and county rules regarding insect, rodent and animal infestation problems of public health importance. Provide consultation and other resources to address vectorborne diseases. Partner with the Eau Claire City Police Department and County Humane Association to enforce city and county regulations on reported animal bites and pet quarantines. Advise the public and health care clinicians on appropriate measures to take when an individual is bitten by a domestic pet or a wild animal, and the appropriate preventive measures when following up on potential rabies cases. In cooperation with Eau Claire County veterinarians, conduct county wide rabies vaccination clinics for dogs, cats and ferrets every other year.Additional Information
