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first_reported: 2026-11-07 20:57 PST
updated: 2026-11-07 20:57 PST
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# California reports 368 rabid animals in 2026, highest in 28 years

At least 368 animals have tested positive for rabies in California in 2026, the most in 28 years, according to the California Veterinary Medical Association.

Section: [Health](/los-angeles/section/life.md) · Entities: [California Veterinary Medical Association](/los-angeles/wiki/california-veterinary-medical-association.md)

## Coverage

- [KTLA 5](https://ktla.com/news/california/california-sees-highest-number-of-rabid-animals-in-more-than-2-decades/), 2026-11-07 20:57 PST: California sees highest number of rabid animals in more than 2 decades

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