Moscow Searches for 60 Rabid Hamsters

Hamsters Escape Pet Store, Prompting Citywide Search

Authorities in Moscow are searching for 60 hamsters that escaped from a pet store and are believed to be infected with rabies. The hamsters escaped on Monday from a pet store in the city center, and officials are urging residents to be on the lookout for the animals and to avoid contact with them.

Rabies is a Deadly Virus

Rabies is a deadly virus that can be transmitted to humans and animals through the bite of an infected animal. The virus attacks the central nervous system, and symptoms can include fever, headache, muscle weakness, and paralysis. Rabies is fatal if left untreated.

Authorities Urge Caution

Moscow health officials are urging residents to be cautious and to avoid contact with any hamsters that they see outside of a pet store. If you see a hamster, do not approach it and call the authorities immediately. Rabies is a serious disease, and it is important to take precautions to avoid infection.

Pet Store Closed

The pet store where the hamsters escaped has been closed by authorities, and all of the other animals in the store are being tested for rabies. The store will remain closed until all of the animals have been tested and it is determined that the store is safe to reopen.

Moscow Residents on Alert

Moscow residents are being urged to be on the lookout for the escaped hamsters and to avoid contact with any hamsters that they see outside of a pet store. If you see a hamster, do not approach it and call the authorities immediately.