A member asked:

My hand is scratched by dog's teeth but no blood at that site..should i take anti rabbies vaccine?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

High vs low risk: Situations. High risk situations may warrant post-exposure prophylaxis, low risk situations may not. Does the dog appear ill or is it behaving oddly. Was the bite provoked? If the dog was domesticated – has it been vaccinated for rabies? Your doctor can check with your state department of health for further guidance if needed.

Answered 8/23/2013

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

No: If the dog did not have rabies and your skin was not broken, there is no need for you to take the rabies injections.

Answered 10/9/2016

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