Officials in Cook County are urging residents to verify that their pets' vaccinations are current following the discovery of a rabid bat in Oak Lawn. The infected bat was located on the 9800 block of South Pulaski Road.

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In a social media post, officials emphasized the importance of protecting pets from rabies through up-to-date vaccinations.

To support this initiative, Cook County Animal and Rabies Control is offering free rabies and microchip clinics through the end of October.