Ozark Veterinary Clinic

04/02/2026

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03/26/2026

Dothan Woman Undergoes Rabies Treatment After Bat Exposure

Dothan - The first confirmed case of rabies in Houston County this year has been identified after a bat found in Dothan tested positive, leading to treatment for a local resident and renewed warnings from health officials.

A Dothan woman is now undergoing a series of rabies vaccinations after being exposed to the infected bat. Patti Simpson shared with WDNews that she sought medical attention immediately after learning the animal had tested positive.

“After discovering that the bat had rabies Monday morning, I was advised to go to the emergency room,” Simpson said. “There, I received one dose of rabies immune globulin and four doses of the rabies vaccine.”

Simpson said the treatment involved multiple injections administered at once.

“I got two shots in my right arm, one in my left arm and one in each thigh,” she said. “Although I don’t like getting shots, once I understood how serious rabies is and the risk of death, I was grateful for the treatment.”

She will return several more times to complete the full vaccination series.

“I’ll be going back four more times to finish the process,” Simpson said. “It’s a lot, but it’s worth it for peace of mind.”

Despite the situation, Simpson said the encounter left a lasting impression.

“I still think that bat — Barnabas Collins — was really cute,” she added, giving the bat a name.

Health officials say rabies is a deadly virus that affects the nervous system of mammals, including humans, and is most often spread through bites from infected animals such as bats, raccoons, foxes and stray dogs.

With this confirmed case, officials are urging pet owners to ensure their animals are up to date on rabies vaccinations. State law requires vaccinations for dogs, cats and ferrets, and officials say it remains the most effective way to prevent the spread of the virus.

Residents are also advised to avoid contact with wild or unfamiliar animals and to report any animals that appear aggressive, disoriented or unusually friendly.

Officials stress that prompt medical care following exposure is critical, and staying proactive can help protect both people and pets in the community.

03/13/2026

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03/06/2026

Due to recent warmer temperatures, Commissioner Rick Pate and State Veterinarian Dr. Tony Frazier encourage horse owners to vaccinate for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV).
https://agi.alabama.gov/2026/03/commissioner-pate-advises-horse-owners-to-vaccinate-for-eee-and-west-nile-virus/

02/13/2026

01/27/2026

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12/18/2025

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12/15/2025

If you’re wondering where Santa has been…

He made an unexpected walk-in at Ozark Veterinary Clinic!
Huge shoutout to our amazing staff for helping get the reindeer ready for the big night!

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12/03/2025

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12/03/2025

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09/29/2025

09/24/2025

A horse in the area has recently tested postive for rabies. Rabies is a zoonotic disease meaning it is deadly for both horses and people.

The good news? It's 100% preventable with a simple yearly vaccine.

Here at Ozark Vet, we offer equine rabies vaccinations for $35.
🔹Quick
🔹Safe
🔹Effective

📞 Text or Email us today at 334-373-1164 or ozarkvetrecords@gmail.com to schedule your appointment or feel free to drop by the clinic as we offer haul ins!

Keep both you and your equine partners safe.

The scratch was suspected to come from a raccoon or a fox, which the horse approached.