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Is Rabies Vaccine Needed After Dog Bite?

Hi! I got scratched by an aggressive dog through fabric (that not did rip, but there was a scratch on my leg) about a year and a half ago. I had animal control look at the dog 10 days after the bite and they reported that the dog seemed healthy (barking, walking, etc.). I am now wondering if I should have been more concerned. Can I trust the dog was rabies free? Should I have gotten the rabies vaccine? Should I know?
Fri, 26 Sep 2014
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Infectious Diseases Specialist,  's  Response
Hello,

Thnx to contact us. I understand your concern.

If I am your treating doctor I advice you that as dog is under observation since 10 days and it is not showing any signs of rabies so there is very little chance of rabies virus in you. But if you do not want to take chance you can go for virus vaccination, it is harm less and gives you more protection.
I will be happy to answer your more concern kindly know me,
Wish you a very good health at health care magic.
Dr. Arun Tank. Infectious Disease.
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Is Rabies Vaccine Needed After Dog Bite?

Hello, Thnx to contact us. I understand your concern. If I am your treating doctor I advice you that as dog is under observation since 10 days and it is not showing any signs of rabies so there is very little chance of rabies virus in you. But if you do not want to take chance you can go for virus vaccination, it is harm less and gives you more protection. I will be happy to answer your more concern kindly know me, Wish you a very good health at health care magic. Dr. Arun Tank. Infectious Disease.