Aylin Cruz, a mother from North Carolina, is urging other parents to seek rabies vaccination after hiring Farm Adventures Mobile Petting Zoo for her 9‑year‑old and 4‑year‑old’s birthday celebrations. Days after the party, the state health department alerted Cruz that four baby goats from the petting zoo had tested positive for rabies.

Potential exposure timeline

State officials say the goats were likely exposed to rabies by a skunk that entered the pen where the animals are kept. The animals may have been in direct contact with party guests between July 28 and August 27, creating a window of possible exposure for attendees.

Company response and vaccination advice

Farm Adventures’ owner confirmed that all of the goats have received a rabies booster, and the staff who work at the farm have been vaccinated as well. Cruz, however, says she wants other families to take extra precautions. “For my peace of mind, and your peace of mind, go get vaccinated,” she told local media, adding that any parent with questions should consider the rabies shot.

Public‑health context

North Carolina has not recorded a human rabies case since 2011, according to state health officials. They advise anyone who believes they may have been exposed to contact their county health department promptly for guidance.

Residents are reminded that rabies is a deadly disease that can be prevented through timely vaccination. The health department continues to monitor the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Original reporting: Brookhaven News – ABC7 New York — read the source article.