A skunk that attacked two dogs in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, earlier this week tested positive for rabies, officials said. According to officials, on Feb. 20, 2026, two residents in Cherry Hill spotted a skunk having an altercation with their two dogs in their backyard. Léelo en español aquí. Officials said the residents were able to trap the skunk safely and took it to a wildlife rescue center. Following testing, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services was notified that the animal was rabid. The owners of the dogs were also alerted, and officials said that the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services received proof of vaccination for both dogs. Officials said the dogs will be confined and under observation for four months. Meanwhile, the people involved with the skunk are being urged to speak with their physicians about receiving post-exposure prophylaxis. “Rabies is a serious illness, but it can be prevented by early treatment after exposure,” said Commissioner Jennifer Cooley Fleisher, liaison to the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services. “If you have been bitten or scratched by a wild animal, it is important that you seek immediate medical attention.” If you own a pet, Fleisher shared the following tips to help reduce their risk of rabies exposure:   • Keep vaccinations up to date for all pets  • Keep your pets under direct supervision while outdoors so they are less likely to interact with wild animals.  • If your pet is bitten or scratched by a wild animal, seek veterinary assistance for your pet immediately. You can get more information about rabies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at  www.cdc.gov/rabies. Residents are also urged to call the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services at 856-374-6370. ...read more read less