Is rabies a concern if my vaccinated dog bites me during a fight?

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Hi! I have a 2-year old dog who got his first rabies shots 2 days ago, and just this morning he got into a fight with one of my dogs who’s also been vaccinated with rabies shots, while trying my best to separate the two, he bit my hand and my hand started bleeding. My DOGS WERE BORN AND RAISED in my house and has never been with any other unvaccinated dogs or cats. Should I worry that they could have transmitted the rabies virus to me? Sorry, I’m an extremely worried person. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

No. I would not be worried about this unless you know the dogs have been in contact with a rabid animal (domestic or wildlife). If they have not, then there is no chance of you getting rabies. Also, the vaccine is a killed virus so there is no chance of you getting rabies from a vaccine or a recently vaccinated animal. Hope this helps. Best wishes!

Is rabies a concern if my vaccinated dog bites me during a fight?

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