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I have often wondered this myself. It depends on where you live. i live in north California where our rabies incidences are pretty low so you wanna take a risk if bitten but the chances are still slim. Also even an animal has rabies they can only infect you through a bite or a deep scratch that had their saliva on it (like if they had just been licking themselves). Also usually it has to break the skin if its a scratch---bite doesnt need to.
Also although this isn't safe to rely on, go by how the cat acts. If they are fat and friendly acting, or even skinny and friendly, then it means they probably don't have it. The disease has to be active to be contagious when through biting or scratching. And furthermore, you would not really itneract with a cat if it did try to bite/scratch you right?
But just the same, when in doubt, don't go near a stray cat.
What else can I help you with?
Will a dog get sick if he has 2 rabies shots within a year?
No he should not, as it is a very safe and killed vaccine. He could probably be vaccinated for Rabies many many times in one year and have no reaction. Don't worry, better to be safe and know he has his Rabies vaccine than not.
Is there a wireless dog collar leash?
Yes, using dog training collar at PetStreetMall.com. They are very effective, very safe.
Can ponies give you rabies if they have rabies and they lick an open cut on a human?
yes they can. since rabies is a blood born disease this is very possible. it also depends how big the cut is and how long the ponies mouth was on you. a safe thing to do is go to you doctor and get a rabies test if that ever happened to you.
Can a dog die from a rabies vaccine?
The odds are almost Zero for your pet do die from a reaction to a Rabies Vaccination. It is a killed virus which makes it very safe. Check with your Veterinarian too on this. Better to prevent Rabies in your pet then for your pet to get Rabies which is one of the most painful ways to die.
Is it safe to wear a collar to sleep?
Are you a dog? but just letting you know, the answer's NO. if you are a dog, it's okay to wear a collar, but if you are a human (which I hope you are) then I wouldn't suggest it (unless you are talking about a shirt with a collar).
Do you need a rabies shot if your guinea pig bites you?
matters if the guinea pig has rabies or is wild. my concern is make sure to go to the doctor and get it checked out just to be on the safe side
Can fish get rabies?
No, rabies is only infective to mammals, so fish (and reptiles, amphibians and birds) are all safe from it. However, fish have their own neurotropic viral infections, so it's possible to see disease in fish that causes similar signs to rabies in mammals.
What bats have rabies?
Any type of bat can potentially carry the rabies virus. It is important to keep a safe distance from all bats in order to reduce the risk of exposure to rabies. If you suspect you have been bitten or scratched by a bat, seek medical attention immediately.
What is the opposite of rabies?
I suppose the opposite would be a healthy and safe animal. If it has to be one word, perhaps "healthy."
What happens if you get Rabies?
There's no set way to tell if a bat that bites you has rabies. While only 0.05% of all bats actually have rabies, it is still a fatal virus and you should never take chances. If you ever handle a bat, go to the hospital and get checked as soon as possible. Bat bites are slight and can often be overlooked, so you may have been bitten without realizing it. Always get yourself checked out if you are bitten by any strange mammal- rabies is 100% fatal, so it's better to be safe than sorry.
How do you keep yourself from getting rabies?
Stay away from any wild animals.Even if a neighbor or friend has a pet dog or cat ask if they have it's rabie shot yet if no then stay away from the animal until they do. If yes then the animal is probably safe from rabies. If you get rabies then go to a doctor and they have a pill or needle for it! You are sure to be fine! What are the chances of gettin rabies ?
What are some alternative options to using an e-collar for cats?
Some alternative options to using an e-collar for cats include using a soft recovery collar, a calming pheromone diffuser, or providing a safe and quiet space for the cat to heal.
