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Too fitting for this time of year.  Below is a message from my alderman…

Dear Neighbor, On Wednesday, October 24, 2007 a bat was found in the vicinity of 1435 West Fletcher Avenue. It was submitted for rabies examination and determined to be rabid by the Illinois State Public Health Labratory. All residents should keep their dogs, cats and ferrets on a leash when out of their homes. If the dog, cat or ferret does not have a current rabies vaccination, please see a licensed veterinarian immediately to get the pet inoculated with the rabies vaccine. You are advised not to handle any bats or wild animals. If any bats are found, call the City of Chicago at 311 and they will inform the Chicago Department of Animal Care and Control and the Cook County Department of Animal Control. Sincerely, Scott Waguespack Alderman, 32nd Ward 

And remember, keep your ferret leashed at all times.