 These vaccinations took place Sunday, June 30th at the Old National Pike Park in Mount Airy. Health officials say rabies has a mortality rate of 100% in both humans and animals once they start having symptoms. It's important for residents to have their pets vaccinated as it's often not possible to limit their exposure to wild or unvaccinated animals. As of July 1st, the health department says 25 animals tested positive for rabies in 2024 in Frederick County.