Rabies in Iowa
2 confirmed rabies reports in Iowa, 2 still active. About this disease: symptoms and prevention.
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Rabies · in another animal
Active · Mar 19, 2026
Rock Rapids
Cow tested positive in Lyon County, first rabid cow in Iowa since 2018, North Central Skunk variant; exact location not disclosed, pinned at county seat
Source ↗Rabies · in wildlife
Active · Mar 19, 2026
Leon
Skunk tested positive in Decatur County, first rabid skunk south of I-80 in Iowa since 2012; exact location not disclosed, pinned at county seat
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