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Nearly 300 people may have been exposed to rabies from goats at a petting zoo
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· September 7, 2026
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Key points State health officials have taken action, evaluating nearly 300 people for possible exposure. The farm that owns the goats is based in Harmony, North Carolina.
From Iredell County, N.C.: A mobile petting zoo's goats have prompted a public health concern. The animals, which were part of a statewide tour, were found to have rabies. As a result, many people who interacted with them may need medical attention.
The farm that owns the goats is based in Harmony, North Carolina. State health officials have taken action, evaluating nearly 300 people for possible exposure.
Further information is available about the situation, including the number of people advised to get vaccinated and the actions taken by health officials.
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Published: September 7, 2026 ·
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