ONRAB
(for Racoons)
An oral vaccine that protects wildlife and prevents Rabies outbreaks before they start.
Wild animals like raccoons, skunks, and foxes spread most rabies cases in Canada and the U.S.ONRAB helps reduce the risk before it reaches people, pets, or livestock. |
It is an edible bait containing a live recombinant adenovirus vaccine.Once consumed, the animal’s immune system learns to fight rabies.No needles. No capture. Just smart, science-based prevention. |
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It is designed for wild animals most likely to spread rabies
ONRAB has been used in field trials since 2006, with broad rollout starting in 2011.
Today, it’s part of ongoing rabies control programs in:
Canada and United States
The vaccine is distributed through airplanes and hand placements in key wildlife zones.
ONRAB has shown high seroconversion rates in trials and real-world use.
Its wide adoption has contributed to a significant drop in rabies cases, in Ontario.
ONRAB is safe on contact
| If contact with the bait or vaccine occurs, call:
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FAQs
ONRAB is an oral rabies vaccine. It comes in the form of an edible bait designed to immunize wildlife—specifically raccoons, skunks, and foxes.
It contains a recombinant human adenovirus that expresses the rabies virus glycoprotein.
When animals eat the bait, the vaccine triggers an immune response that protects them from rabies.
ONRAB is targeted at raccoons, skunks, and foxes—the main terrestrial carriers of rabies in North America.
It is not intended for use in humans or livestock.
Yes. It has shown high seroconversion rates in field trials and wide-scale use.
Since 2011, it has contributed to a significant drop in rabies cases, especially in Ontario
ONRAB is used in Canada and some parts of the eastern United States.
It is distributed by aerial drops and hand placements in zones where rabies control is needed.
It’s considered safe for pets. ONRAB is not harmful if handled or accidentally consumed.
If unsure, contact your veterinarian for guidance.
Human contact is not dangerous, but basic precautions are recommended.
If exposure occurs:
- Canada: Call 1-888-574-6656
- USA: Call 1-800-999-0297
It’s a PVC blister pack coated in bait material to attract wildlife.
It’s about the size of a coin and carries a printed label.
The tool is here. The science is ready. The global community is committed. For Rabies Free Streets |