Veterinarians working in southwestern Virginia - The USDA will be distributing Oral Rabies Vaccine (ORV) baits for the control of raccoon variant rabies in wildlife.  ORV baits will be distributed from low-flying aircraft in October.  Occasionally pets will find and consume the ORV baits and owners may contact their veterinarian with concerns about pet safety. Please review the bait drop information below. Additional questions or concerns can be directed to Jennifer Cromwell, Assistant State Director, USDA, APHIS, Wildlife Services She may be contacted at 804-314-1746 or by email at jennifer.s.cromwell@usda.gov

USDA Letter                                                         VA ORV Map                                         RABORAL VRG®ORAL Rabies Vaccine For Wildlife