Will dogs still have rabies even if it has no contact with other dogs?
January 16th, 2008 | by Michael |
Amy asked:
For example, if I had a dog that was born in our house … never had any contact with other dogs / cats / rats / blocks. . etc whatever, but somehow interfere in anger? … They may be born with rabies? What if the mother doesn 't have the rage?
For example, if I had a dog that was born in our house … never had any contact with other dogs / cats / rats / blocks. . etc whatever, but somehow interfere in anger? … They may be born with rabies? What if the mother doesn 't have the rage?
4 Responses to “Will dogs still have rabies even if it has no contact with other dogs?”
By Che on Jan 20, 2008 | Reply
no, but get your dog vaccinated anyways.
By Barbra S on Jan 21, 2008 | Reply
Probably don’t have to worry about rabies in your case. they are not born with rabies, they only get it by being bitten by another animal that has it. But the best way to be safe is take it to the vet for the shot. Then you will know it is safe.
By Kitsune on Jan 23, 2008 | Reply
Rabies is a virus transmitted by an animal that has it. Bites, blood. No, not to my knowledge can they be born with rabies, either. It IS vital to their health to have them protected by a vaccination. Other bad diseases, such as distemper, can live in the soil, long after the infected animal has died. Keeping your pets current on preventative shots is the most loving thing you can do.
By DP on Jan 26, 2008 | Reply
No they aren’t born with rabies, they would need to come into contact with rabies. It is law tho that you vaccinate your dog against rabies. If you do this, then you don’t need to worry.