(Stephenville, Tx) – The Texas Department of State Health Services is notifying people who visited the Erath County Humane Society between Jan. 3-15 that they may need to be assessed for a possible rabies exposure.

According to the Stephenville Empire Tribune, a dog housed at the shelter in Stephenville, developed rabies and was capable of spreading the virus that causes it during those dates. The Humane Society describes the dog as a 6-month-old tan and white lab mix that weighed about 20 pounds named Miss Furbulous.

Anyone who was bitten or scratched by the dog or possibly had contact with the puppy should be evaluated for rabies exposure.

People who visited the animal shelter or health care professionals who have questions may contact DSHS.