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Do rodents spread rabies?
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Generally not: This would vary by what you mean by rodent as some include many large animals in this group. The rats/mice most consider in this category are not listed as a rabies risk. That may be since they would not survive any contact with the animals that carry it. I would contact your local county health department to confirm the issue. They monitor local rabies issues & the vaccine availability.
Answered 10/7/2020
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