It is a scary business! In case your pooch is infected what exactly will happen?

If your pet has not been vaccinated and was bit: your pet will have to be quarantined for four months or euthanized. If your pet has not been vaccinated and is bitten by an animal with rabies, the chances for recovery are small, DeJong said.

You make the decision whether to quarantine or euthanize your pet. Quarantined pets are kept in isolation at the humane society at the cost of the owner: $30 impound fee plus $8 a day.

Signs your pet may have rabies: increased aggression, behavioral changes such as more biting or acting out, delirium and anxiety.

Experts say raccoons, bats and skunks are usually the main culprits when it comes to disease and rabies. If you would like to learn more, including the phone # for Animal Control go to Argus Leader.

If you are bitten by a wild animal, be sure to clean the bite meticulously and immediately call your doctor. More than likely the office or hospital will ask you to come in right away!