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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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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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No need to worry: No. Please calm yourself. Your puppy does not have rabies. Your puppy was being a puppy.

Dr Gowans agreed

Answered 5/5/2014

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A member asked:

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).

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr Gowans agreed

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