A feral cat that was golden in color with black spots that was found on Oct. 10 on Leigh Drive in Gloucester has tested positive for the rabies virus. A press release from the Three Rivers Health District asks that anyone who handled the cat or has information regarding any exposure to the animal (bite, scratch or contact with saliva by open wound or eyes, nose, mouth) contact the Gloucester County Health Department at 804-693-6130. Exposures also include direct contact between a pet or other animal and the rabid animal. Three Rivers District Director Brenden Rivenbark said that the target to initiate treatment is within 10 days of exposure to the virus. “As the incubation period in humans can vary from weeks to months, initiating treatment within that 10-day timeframe ensures that a positive transmission can be treated before symptoms present,” he said. Once symptoms present, it is too late to initiate treatment, he said. This incident is a reminder that rabies is present in Virginia ...