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My cat caught and killed a mouse in my yard, when i went to get my cat away from the mouse he scratched me (a little blood), worry about rabies?

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Dr. Cindy Williams answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Rabies: No, especially if your cat has been immunized against rabies. Mice can potentially carry rabies, but it is very rare. They usually don't get past the bite part, they die or get eaten.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/11/2014

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A member asked:

My cat caught and killed a mouse in my yard, when i went to get my cat away from the mouse he scratched me (a little blood), worry about rabies?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cindy Williams answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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