How Do Bats Spread Rabies? People cannot contract rabies simply by seeing a bat in an attic, cave, or from afar while it is flying. Rabies from bats can only be contracted by contacting bat guano (feces), blood, urine, or touching a bat's fur. If a bat bites you or infectious material gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or wound, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water and seek medical attention right away. The bat should be captured and sent to a laboratory for rabies testing as soon as possible. For assistance with catching that bat, call On The Fly for experienced bat control technicians. On The Fly Pest Solutions 5 Church Ln #102 Pikesville, MD 21208