Question 1

can i get rabies from petting a stray cat???

Accepted Answer

Not generally : Petting a rabid animal is not generally associated with risk for infection. People generally get rabies from the bite of a rabid animal. I therefore suggest being very careful with any stray animal. I wish you well with your health!

Question 2

we have stray kittens outside found them eating a squirrel if the squirrel had rabies can the kittens pass it to us by petting them?

Accepted Answer

No: Small mammals such as squirrels, rats, mice, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, chipmunks, rabbits, and hares are almost never found to be infected with rabies and have not been known to cause rabies among humans in the United States according to the cdc. Please check to see your kitten was vaccinated against rabies, and keep your vaccinations current.

Question 3

a stray dog bited my dog while petting him i touched  eyes can rabies transmit through  this way if there is no cut in around  eyes?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Rabies can be found in stray or roaming dogs, so the best thing to do is protect your pet by getting them immunized or vaccinated against rabies. From what you describe, it was not confirmed if this stray dog had rabies. Secondarily, rabies is transmitted through saliva - and I did not hear you describe any moisture or oral secretions getting into your eyes. If that did happen, you should see a MD

Question 4

i have a stray cat i was petting i picked a sore on my arm afterwords can i get rabies from this. her ear is snipped so i know she been to a vet at some point we have had a skunk on the porch were she eats she does not have any symptoms rabies?

Accepted Answer

: No, petting an animal would not place you at risk for rabies. Skin infections remain possible and hand hygiene is recommended. Check cdc.gov for details regarding transmission risk for rabies.

Question 5

nipped by baby tiger during cub petting. should we be worried about rabies? barely broke skin, no bleeding but wound about 2 mm exists.

Accepted Answer

Doubt it: Zoo cubs are generally kept away from any possible rabies exposure and if young, the mother would have passed on some antibodies from her shots. Given the value of these animals they get better care than many humans. You should check with the Dallas health department for guidance. They maintain regional data on rabies activity in the area and also control much of the available vaccine.

Question 6

i was petting a wild cat, and then shortly after i itched the back of my neck which has a wound with no blood. is there a risk of rabies? within 15 minutes i washed my hands and neck. the cat shows no sign of rabies, it seems to be in good health?

Accepted Answer

: No, petting an animal would not place you at risk for rabies. Skin infections remain possible and hand hygiene is recommended. Check cdc.gov for details regarding transmission risk for rabies.

Question 7

i have a lot of anxiety after petting a friendly cat that was licking its fur , i had a cut on my knuckle that freshly scabbed. i used hand sanitizer after and washed my hands. should i worry about rabies? i need a second opinion because i over worry?

Accepted Answer

: Please refer to the CDC website in detail: "People usually get rabies from the bite of a rabid animal. [...] Other types of contact, such as petting a rabid animal or contact with the blood, urine or feces of a rabid animal, are not associated with risk for infection and are not considered to be exposures of concern for rabies." https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/transmission/index.html

Question 8

pet a cat that seemed docile&like an outdoor cat not stray. i bit my nails after i have no symptoms right now but should i be concerned about rabies?

Accepted Answer

Not particularly: Rabies is a regional issue &amp; you can contact your local health department to see if there is any in your region to start with. Lack of a bite by a wild acting animal places your exposure on the minimal side of things. When you call your health department you can share your concern with them, since they usually control access to the vaccine. I doubt anyone would suggest it.

Question 9

do you require rabies post exposure prophylaxis if you pet a stray cat then accidentally rubbed your eye? assuming there was saliva on the fur

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: The use of this vaccine will depend on the rabies activity in the region and the decisions of local health authorities. Stray cats may or may not be considered potential sources in your region. Contact local health authorities for comment.

Question 10

can my child get rabies from my pet cat?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if cat is rabid: Rabies in the U.S. Is carried by raccoons, skunks, foxes, coyotes, and bats. These wild animals can transmit rabies to cats, dogs, and livestock. Any mammal can become infected with rabies. The virus is in the saliva of the infected animal.

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Can i get rabies from petting a stray cat???

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We have stray kittens outside found them eating a squirrel if the squirrel had rabies can the kittens pass it to us by petting them?

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A stray dog bited my dog while petting him i touched eyes can rabies transmit through this way if there is no cut in around eyes?

A member asked:

I have a stray cat i was petting i picked a sore on my arm afterwords can i get rabies from this. her ear is snipped so i know she been to a vet at some point we have had a skunk on the porch were she eats she does not have any symptoms rabies?

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Nipped by baby tiger during cub petting. should we be worried about rabies? barely broke skin, no bleeding but wound about 2 mm exists.

A member asked:

I was petting a wild cat, and then shortly after i itched the back of my neck which has a wound with no blood. is there a risk of rabies? within 15 minutes i washed my hands and neck. the cat shows no sign of rabies, it seems to be in good health?

A member asked:

I have a lot of anxiety after petting a friendly cat that was licking its fur , i had a cut on my knuckle that freshly scabbed. i used hand sanitizer after and washed my hands. should i worry about rabies? i need a second opinion because i over worry?

A member asked:

Pet a cat that seemed docile&like an outdoor cat not stray. i bit my nails after i have no symptoms right now but should i be concerned about rabies?

A member asked:

Do you require rabies post exposure prophylaxis if you pet a stray cat then accidentally rubbed your eye? assuming there was saliva on the fur

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Can my child get rabies from my pet cat?

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