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My cat bit me a little and left a red9 mark but did not break skin. i think he is vaccinated every year but any chance of rabies?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

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Rabies: Call your vet and check on his rabies vaccine status.

Answered 4/28/2016

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A member asked:

My cat bit me a little and left a red9 mark but did not break skin. i think he is vaccinated every year but any chance of rabies?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

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