Rabies protection

The UK has been completely rabies free for many years and there are well prepared contingency plans for deal with any possible outbreak.

If you suspect any animal of having rabies you should report it to the local DEFRA Animal Health Office (see below) or Cheshire County Council  (external link).

Animal Health Divisional Office ( Defra )  (external link),
Barton Hall,
Garstang Road,
Barton,
Preston
Lancashire
PR3 5HE

Tel: 01772 861144
Night line:01772 861144
Fax: 01772 861798

Email: A.H.Preston@defra.gsi.gov.uk.