Rabid bobcat attacks multiple people in Prescott before being killed by heroic dog

A rabid bobcat has attacked multiple people in Prescott over the past 48 hours before being killed by a German Shepherd named Moses.

The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office confirmed the dog killed the animal on Monday morning after it attacked the pet. All three victims of the bobcat attacks are being treated for cuts and bites.

The incident began on Sunday evening when deputies responded to an attack in Inscription Canyon. A man suffered significant injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment. The bobcat was not located at that time.

The attacks spanned seven miles in just hours.

On Monday morning deputies and animal control officers responded to another incident in a different area. A bobcat reportedly attacked a woman. This attack was more than seven miles away from the first incident.

A third attack was reported shortly after. A person walking in the area said their German Shepherd heroically intervened. The dog successfully fended off and killed the bobcat.

The dog was injured during the attack and is receiving care from a veterinarian.

The animal tested positive for rabies.

According to the Arizona Game and Fish Department the bobcat tested positive for rabies. This explains the extreme aggression and the rarity of multiple attacks on different people.

Another dog was reportedly attacked by the bobcat. This marks the fourth known incident in this string of attacks. Officials are now looking for any other possible victims or pets that may have been attacked.

All three people who were attacked are getting treatment for cuts and bites. It is believed the same bobcat was involved in all three attacks due to the extreme rarity of these occurrences.

The public is being asked to remain cautious.

Officials say anyone with information or additional incident reports should contact the Arizona Game and Fish Department. The department is asking people to seek immediate veterinary care if their animal was attacked.

The dog Moses is receiving care from a veterinarian after the attack.