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My 4-week-old puppy bit me. What's the risk of rabies exposure?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male

I have a 4 weeks old puppy and he bit me will I get a rabies

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 25th, 2016

It is unlikely that your puppy has rabies, especially if it came from a breeder whose dogs are vaccinated. If the puppy's mother was vaccinated against rabies, then you will not get rabies.

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on

    It is not likely unless you know he was exposed to rabies. Puppies will bite and chew when they are teething which is probably the case here. Provide chew toys and teach him what is appropriate to chew on and what isn't. If it is a serious bite, see your own physician for an exam and treatment if necessary.

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