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Does an 8wko playful nipping pup pose a rabies threat? 2yng for shots. no outside rabies exposure. nip mark on arm isn't even noticeable (tiny dot).
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No need to worry: No. Please calm yourself. Your puppy does not have rabies. Your puppy was being a puppy.
Answered 5/5/2014
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