Animals, Bugs & Pests

We respond to health complaints regarding animal bites, rabid animals, pests, and other potential public health concerns. We provide education, technical assistance, and state and local codes enforcement, as appropriate. Our Environmental Health Staff:

• Investigate animal bite reports
• Offer rabies clinics for pets
• Provide education on rabies, diseases in mosquitoes and ticks, and other pests
• Collect and submit mosquitoes for disease testing to monitor and minimize the spread of mosquito populations (vectors) within the county able to spread West Nile virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis
• Provide mosquito surveillance results and advisories
• Work with neighborhood communities to provide outreach and education on reducing vector habitats and steps to minimize exposure

Report an Animal Bite

Immediately report the bite to Madison County Health Department at 315-366-2526.

• Steps to take when bitten by an animal (PDF)