Rabid Cat Bit Man In Union County North Carolina

We are huge animal lovers.  And, although we are actually dog people, this story involves a cat.  Specifically, there was a report  that a rabid cat bit a man in Union County, North Carolina.

According to WSOC-TV, government officials confirmed a cat testing positive for rabies bit a man on White Store Pageland Road in North Carolina this week.  The cat was apparently a stray.  We don't have word on who the man was or what his current condition is.  However, authorities say the rabid cat that bit the man was killed after the incident.

And, in a Facebook post from Union County Government, officials urged residents not to leave food outside for animals.  They also remind owners to keep pets up to date on vaccinations.  And, of course, avoid contract with wild or stray animals.   Plus, they tell everyone in the area of the incident to monitor their pets and report strange behavior or symptoms to a vet or Union County Animal Services.

Although the area of Union County where the rabid cat bit the man is in North Carolina, it's just 6 miles northeast of Pageland, South Carolina.  So, take note if you or someone you know lives in the area.

And, the CDC website indicates rabies symptoms may start out similar to the flu.  However, if left untreated, "once clinical signs of rabies appear, the disease is nearly always fatal."  So, if you think you had contact with any rabid animal, seek medical attention.

Well, we all know North Carolina is home to many different species of animals across the state. From unique pets to animals you find on the beach to animals you find up in the mountains. The state has so many different types of living areas for animals that it is kind of wild to think about how many different homes we offer them. But, not all of these animals are ones you should play with. Think about it, not every animal is a kind, friendly dog. We have some dangerous species to beware of within the state.

Animal Vivid wants to be sure we are all aware of what creatures we should stay away from if we ever come across them. From deadly reptiles to deadly insects, you never know what you might come across in North Carolina wildlife. They gathered a list of the 10 most dangerous animals in North Carolina. Below, you can find 5 of the most dangerous animals in North Carolina and a little bit about each one. No worries, want to see the full list of all 10, click here and be safe!

Come on, we're in the Carolinas! We knew an alligator would have to make this list at some point. This reptile lives in swamps, streams, or rivers throughout the state. Unfortunately, the alligator is a carnivore. The American alligator specifically is a species of alligator that you should be extremely cautious of. Although it will ignore humans sometimes, it still can consider human flesh to be a great meal!

North Carolina is home to three different rattlesnake species, how lucky are we? All three are different level of danger to a human. Of the three though, the eastern diamondback rattlesnake is the most venomous in the American continent. Now, that is some power! The Diamondback is also the largest rattlesnake, so if you needed more of a reason to stay away... there you go!

Now, coming from someone who just recently saw Cocaine Bear, I could see why this animal is on the list. Black bears are found throughout the forests spread across the state of North Carolina. Although the black bear is the smallest of all bear species, it can still be dangerous. Thankfully, the black bear does not attack often and would rather scare you away from it than actually harm you.

I am not a spider person whatsoever, but here we go. The brown recluse spider can be found in wood piles, sheds, or garages which means it's close to home. Although they contain a very high level of venom they are a bit iffy when it comes to humans. The spider only bites when it feels threatened so be careful if you ever see one, because the venom is strong enough to put you in the hospital after a bite.

We all know we have seen a deer or two whenever we're out on the roads. This mammal lives in cropland, brushland, or pastureland across the state. Although deer are pretty peaceful in general, they earned their danger stripes due to the number of car accidents they cause throughout the state. Early mornings and early evenings you can find deer crossing dark roads at such random and high-speed cars sometimes don't stand a chance. Whenever you're on a roadway where you may not be able to tell if a deer is coming or not, it's always best to just sit back and drive with caution.