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Is It Possible To Get Rabies After A Dog Scratch?

Hi Doctor! My dog scartched me and I m kinda getting worried. My feet does kinda hurt from the scratch (or I m just overthinking) My feet didn t bleed or anything but is it still possible to get rabies? How do I know if my 3 month old puppy has rabies?
Wed, 28 May 2014
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You can although it is not common. Rabies is transmitted through saliva, therefore it is possible that the dog had saliva on his nails. Being scratched by rabid animal is still considered exposure and you should still seek medical attention
In order for you to get Rabies, another Rabid animal, would have to bite your dog, who would if not vaccinated against Rabies, will also become Rabid. If your dog is Rabid and it scratches you, then yes you could possibly get Rabies
you need to see a veterinary doctor for your puppy condition

Hope i have answered your query
Take care
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Is It Possible To Get Rabies After A Dog Scratch?

Hello Thanks for writing to HCM You can although it is not common. Rabies is transmitted through saliva, therefore it is possible that the dog had saliva on his nails. Being scratched by rabid animal is still considered exposure and you should still seek medical attention In order for you to get Rabies, another Rabid animal, would have to bite your dog, who would if not vaccinated against Rabies, will also become Rabid. If your dog is Rabid and it scratches you, then yes you could possibly get Rabies you need to see a veterinary doctor for your puppy condition Hope i have answered your query Take care