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Rabies

Rabies is an acute viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain in warm-blooded animals. This deadly disease is usually transmitted through a bite of an infected animal. Its symptoms to humans include headache, fever, discomfort weakness and depression.

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Do sugar gliders carry rabies?

Potentially.

In their native habitat of Australia, sugar gliders do not carry rabies, as rabies is not present in Australia. Where they have been introduced to other countries as exotic pets, they naturally become susceptible to diseases such as rabies in that country.

It should be noted that members of the possum family are less likely to carry rabies than placental mammals.

Can opossums have rabies in Wisconsin?

There are no possums in Ohio. 'Possum is the colloquial term for the opossum, which is quite unrelated to true possums.

Most possum species are found only in Australia or neighbouring New Zealand, where it has been introduced. Australia does not have rabies, so therefore it is quite safe to say that thes possums do not have rabies.

Opossums can be another matter. Whilst it is believed that any warm blooded mammal can get rabies, opossums' body temperatures are generally too low to harbour rabies. It would be extremely rare to see this, but there has been at least one documented case of a rabid possum.

Where do you inject the dog for the rabies?

The vaccine is adminstered subcutaneously, which is under the skin. However, in the United States, only an accredited veterinarian can administer a rabies vaccination - if you do this at home, your dog is presumed to be unvaccinated and could be impounded or euthanized if it bites someone.

Some vets will give it in the muscle (IM) but it is debatable which is best. Most still prefer the subcutaneous injection.

Can a human get rabies when bitten by a dog with anti rabies shot?

If the dog's vaccinations are current, then there is no recorded case of a human contracting the rabies virus from the dog. But, a booster shot is recommended.

Do kittens have rabies?

Not all stray cats have rabies, but some can if they have gotten bit by a different animal, like a squirrel, with rabies and if they haven't gotten their rabies vaccination. If you notice the cat is foaming from the mouth, going up to you unafraid or has unusual behaviors it could mean they have rabies. I hope I helped answer your question!

Can sharks have rabies?

Whales are mammals of the third degree....

This means that it is able to get pontographinia.

Pontographinia is a immune system that only third degree mammals can get.

Now the rabies part...

Rabies has a special compound of the neurons....

It is called the Ragnay compound

Now the whales.... basically i don't know anything about what i just said.... SUBWOLFER!!

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Think about it. How would Whales ever get rabies in the first place. Would a dog who had rabies ever bite a whale? I don't think so. How could he even do it? He would have to dive in the water and swim like hell just to catch the whale. I don't think even a mad dog is going to try that. Have you ever seen a dog try to swim? They dog paddle.

Is rabies common in America?

in the United States and Canada, averaging one or two a year (down from over 100 cases annually in 1900), but the worldwide incidence is estimated to be between 30,000 and 50,000 cases each year.

Does a rabies shot protect a dog from getting rabies?

Yes, but you might not want to go through the hassle of transport, etc. with a female in heat in a vets. office. A confined area with other dogs, on leashes (You don't know what their manners are?) could cause quite a stir! But I think most things can be done with a female in heat that can be done with her not. Unless you plan to bred her you might want to consider having her spayed, there are lots of good reasons to do so, and if money is a problem, most vets. will work with you on the costs. It's just really hard to keep unwanted affections from her when she is in heat, especially if you live in a busy area.

What if your dog bit you with rabies?

You should see your Doctor IMMEDIATELY for shots to prevent you from getting the disease! If I am correct Rabies is a disease that affects the brain.

Is a distemper shot the same as a rabies shot for cats?

Rabies is a completely different disease from Distemper. Please read the related source links below for more details.

Do dogs have to have rabies shots?

Yes. In countries where rabies is endemic, dogs should be vaccinated to prevent infection, which exposes humans to rabies infection. In countries where rabies is absent, various laws may apply, but usually imported dogs must have evidence of rabies vaccination prior to being allowed in.

How often does a dog have to have a rabies shot in north carolina?

It's the same in all states. Every year unless the dog had a three year shot ,but usually the vet will send a notice in the mail when your animal is due for shots or you can go to the vet office and have them look up records.

Can you buy rabies vaccine for dogs in Arizona and have it shipped to you?

According to Omaha Vaccine Company, no. Some states require that rabies vaccines be administered by a licensed veterinarian. In addition, most local laws require that the vaccination include a certificate of vaccination and tag, which are only available through your veterinarian. ... THE FOLLOWING STATES WILL NOT ALLOW US TO SHIP RABIES VACCINES INTO THEIR STATES: AK, AL, CA, CT, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA, WV, WY, PUERTO RICO.

Do rabbits get rabies?

Rabbits are mammals and any mammal can catch rabies. Rabies is a viral disease occurring in warm-blooded animals, which causes inflammation of the brain. It is most commonly transmitted by a bite from an infected animal.

It is more prevalent in carnivores and omnivores such as foxes, coyotes, mice, and squirrels, as well as domestic cats and dogs, although extensive immunization programs have largely eradicated it in the US and Canada. It is not as common in herbivores such as rabbits; while wild rabbits may become infected through contact with a predator, your domestic rabbit most likely will never come in contact with it.

Why do dogs foam from the mouth when they have rabies?

Dogs foam at the mouth when they have rabies because the virus travels through the body and into the saliva glands. Once there the virus infects the cells and begins to replicate, the excess of saliva producing cells causes the dog to salivate more than usual, thus the dog foams at the mouth. The virus is also secreted in the saliva, thereby successfully spreading it.

Does rabies spread from every dog?

NO! dogs can only get rabies if they fall in a hole and then hump a worm

Can you get rabies if a dog ate opossum then bit you?

The answer is NO, unless the dog is infected with it and it bites or scratches you. You can't get rabies with swallowing it.

Can a five day old puppy can get rabies?

your dog will have a good chance, so it is best to make a appointment as soon as possible

just keep your pet on a leash and away from strays what ever

Will a mother dog eat her puppies if she has rabies?

Yes, A mother Dog cannot be trusted around anyone or anything when she has contracted Rabies, Just like any other animal, once they have the disease anything that comes into their path is a free attack as far as they're concerned.

Can ducks get rabies?

Never. Rabies or hydrophobia is purely a mammal's disease.Well this is what I read anyway.

Can eagles get rabies?

Rabies is passed by bodily fluid contact from an infected animal to another warm blooded animal.

Any animal that is infected with Rabies could pass it on to your dog if it is bit or scratched.

This is why it is so important to have your dog vaccinated against Rabies. You should get the first vaccine at 4 months of age then booster in one year, then every 3 years thereafter. Check with your Veterinarian about this too.

My dog was bitten by something can he get rabies if he has had his shots?

there is a chance he could get rabies because not all vaccines are successful. Vaccines are medicine that contain a dead cell of the disease. Now it depends on the immune system. If the immune system cannot find a way to kill this cell the vaccine will fail.

SO GL ON YOUR DOG

Do rabbits need shots for rabies?

Yes. The most common carriers and transmitters of rabies are the carnivorous animals, however, horses like people, can be bitten by a dog, raccoon, fox or other animal with rabies and develop this viral disease. A preventive vaccine for horses is available , one initial vaccination must be followed by yearly boosts.

How do you know if a kitten has rabies?

it starts singing random one hit wonders from the 80's.

Can a cat transmit rabies to their kittens from nursing?

A nursing mother cat cannot get a rabies shot or any type of vaccine in particular. Vaccines contain live components that can cross the placenta and may cause defects or even death in the fetus.