BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) – Officials in Ballston Spa warned residents about rabid foxes, after a police officer shot and killed one they believed had rabies. However, an animal control officer said there are zero confirmed cases of rabies in the village. Experts share wildlife tips.

Rehabilitation groups spoke out against the misinformation and advocate for their involvement in the decision-making process.

Heart of the Wild Rescue, in Warrensburg, specializes in rehabilitating foxes. Owner Paula Sheridan said looks can be deceiving. If you see a scraggly looking fox, it likely has mange and does not need to be put down. She said there’s a simple, one-time treatment.

We first introduced you to Sheridan after a sickly looking fox, named Wilma, was treated for mange and released back in

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