OWEGO, N.Y. (WHCU) — Reports of animal bites are on the rise in Tioga County.

Officials investigated 11 bites in February. Compared to January, that’s an increase of 37 percent.

There’s a rabies vaccination clinic at Stray Haven in Wavery on March 18. It happens from noon to 2 PM. Call 607-565-2859 to register.