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If the raccoon was rabid then yes but if it wasnt then no.

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If the squirrel has rabies then yes. You better go see a doctor before you die. :)

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Only if the squirrel that bites you is a rabies carrier.

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Can you get rabies from a young raccoon 3 months from a small bite on thumb when I feed him a treat?

Yes. If the raccoon has rabies, you might contract rabies.


If raccoon's mothers are captured does the baby raccoon get rabies?

The baby raccoon can only get rabies if it is exposed to the saliva of another animal with rabies. If the mother has rabies, she more then likely passed it to the baby, but if not, the baby wouldn't get it, unless around other animals.


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Can you get rabies from a young raccoon from a small bite on the finger?

If the animal is infected with the rabies virus, yes, a person can get rabies. The animal should be placed in quarantine and the person may have to undergo a series of rabies shots.


What can you give your dog for a raccoon bite?

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Should you ever kill a raccoon that has rabies on your property?

NO you cannot get rabies from a scratch even if the animal has rabies. That was a good question. Rabies is transmitted through saliva. This means the animal must bite you in order to transmit the disease. YES!!! you can get rabies from a scratch. If the animal is licking its paws the saliva is transmitted to the claws as well. It may be a little more difficult however it is still just as dangerous.


Do raccoons like to fight cats?

Yes, as if the raccoon has a disease, Such as rabies. The raccoon could even kill your pet. But, if the raccoon is just annoyed at the animal ( In your case cat ) it will eventually attack.


Does your hand mutate when a raccoon bites you?

No, you do not mutate. However, it is best to seek medical care as you may have to endure a series of rabies shots.


What animals can get rabies vaccine?

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Do baby bunny's have rabies?

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