Can you get rabies from touching a wild bunnies blood?

Answer 1

Strictly speaking, probably not, though according to the CDC there is some evidence of aerosol transmission, which could in theory occur if you were close enough to an infected fox to touch it.

By far the most common method of transmission is through the saliva of an infected animal, generally through a bite. Again, touching a rabid fox could cause it to bite, so in general: stay away from animals that might have rabies.

Rabies is almost invariably fatal once symptoms develop (the best treatment known still leaves you with only about a 1 in 5 chance of living, and even if you do live brain damage can result). If you even think you might have been exposed, get post-exposure prophylactic treatment immediately. Do not "wait and see."

Answer 2

This would be unlikely - the rabies virus is found in the nerves and the saliva of an infected raccoon. However, to be safe, you should talk to your local board of health about any contact you had with raccoon blood and follow their recommendations.

Answer 3

No, you can only get rabies from saliva. Such as a feral cat bite, street rat, or any other un-domesticated animal. (Just wash your hands a LOT with hand sanitizer)

Answer 4

All mammals can get rabies.