How You Can Prevent Rabies

There is no treatment for rabies in wild or domestic animals — and virtually 100% of all disease leads to death once clinical signs begin.¹

But, by working with your veterinarian, you can help set up a successful rabies prevention program. Here are a few tips to help you prevent rabies:

• Make sure your pet is vaccinated — and keep rabies vaccinations up to date.
• Keep your pet’s environment free of wild animals.
  • Clean up pet food or garbage that can attract wild animals.
  • Wildlife-proof your home by trimming overhanging branches, capping chimneys and plugging holes that animals can enter.
• Do not approach an animal that is acting strangely — no matter how cuddly it seems.
• Inspect your pet regularly for signs of fresh bites or scratches.
• If you suspect that you or your pet has been bitten by a rabid animal, consult your veterinarian and report the bite to local animal control authorities.
• Report any stray animals.

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¹Trimarchi CV, Briggs DJ. The diagnosis of rabies. RABIES: Guidelines for Medical Professionals, Veterinary Learning Systems. 1999.

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