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These were among the cases received recently by the Montgomery County Animal Services Division. For information, call 240-453-9403. That number provides recorded information on such topics as the Montgomery County Animal Shelter hours and location, adoption and licensing procedures, rabies clinics and low-cost neutering.
Feral Cats Make Selves at Home
GAITHERSBURG, Hawkins Creamery Rd., 8300 block, June 23. An animal services officer found four cats at a vacant house, and one appeared to have neurological problems, a symptom of rabies. It was determined that the cats were feral, and a trap was set to catch them. The first cat caught was the one showing symptoms. It was euthanized and sent to a lab for rabies testing, where it was determined that the cat did not have rabies, and the neurological illness was caused by something else. The cats cannot be adopted because they are wild, officials said.
Blacksnake in Living Room
ROCKVILLE, Pommel Dr., 14700 block, June 24. Homeowners reported finding a snake in their living room. A Humane Society agent captured the common blacksnake, determined it was not sick or injured and released it outdoors. Snakes can squeeze through very small openings or a crack in a foundation or can enter a house if a door is not closed properly. They sometimes seek refuge from the heat of the day.
Pets Available for Adoption
Dogs, cats and other pets will be available for adoption through the Montgomery County Humane Society at the following locations for its adoption events. To confirm the schedules, which are subject to change, call 240-773-5966 or 240-773-5967 or visit http:/
Germantown
Germantown PetSmart
Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday
20924 Frederick Rd.
Shelter Has Adoptable Cats
Cats and kittens will be available for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County's no-kill shelter at the following locations. For information, call 301-740-2511 or visit http:/
Gaithersburg
Kentlands PetSmart
1 to 4 p.m. Saturday
