A second cat has contracted rabies from a raccoon, this time in Saint-Anicet, in Montérégie, Santé Québec Montérégie-Centre announced on Monday. Three people received preventive treatment for rabies after coming into contact with the animal, according to Santé Québec. Rabies is fatal in both animals and humans once symptoms appear, but preventive treatment can prevent the disease from developing in humans when administered shortly after contact with an infected animal. In the event of a bite from a suspected rabid animal, the Government of Quebec and Santé Québec advise washing the wound with soap and water for fifteen minutes and contacting Info-Santé 811. Pets infected with rabies will exhibit, among other things, behavioural changes, aggressive behavior, and a tendency to bite.