(Grants Pass, OR) -- Potentially rabid foxes are blamed for a number of attacks on people and pets in Josephine County. Deputies have responded to eight calls in as many weeks. Four people were advised to seek immediate medical attention. Five foxes were sent for testing and were recently confirmed as positive for rabies. The other three animals were not recovered. Josephine County officials remind everyone to be vigilant and keep people and pets away from wildlife. Foxes are nocturnal and sightings during the day should be considered abnormal.