Veterinary Public Health Program
313 N Figueroa St. Rm 1127
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Tel (213) 288-7060
Fax (213) 481-2375 vet@ph.lacounty.gov
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Rabies
Did you know?
As of September 22, 2023, thirty-two rabid bats have been
found so far this year in Los Angeles County.
In response to natural disasters and international
events, animal rescue groups
based in Los Angeles County have saved hundreds of animals.
When bringing rescued pets into Los Angeles County, it is possible to
unintentionally bring in disease as well.
Learn
more about how to prevent the spread of disease when rescuing pets. 9.21.2017
Tracking West Nile Virus in Dead Birds
Due to the department's emergency response to COVID-19,
followed by the arrival of HPAI H5N1 in birds, dead bird testing by VPH was suspended in March 2020.
Please continue to report dead birds in Los Angeles
County to the State of
California's West Nile Virus program
here or
by calling
877-968-2473.
