My young Labrador puppy bit or was bitten. Is a rabies vaccine needed?

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Is 4-5 month old Labrador puppy bite then it is necessary to get vaccinated for rabies. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | 4 months and 10 days old | 15 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

All dogs should be vaccinated against rabies. If your pup was bitten, he should be examined by your veterinarian and treated as indicated. If you were bitten and the skin has been broken, seek medical attention from your own physician and discuss whether post exposure rabies vaccination is needed.

My young Labrador puppy bit or was bitten. Is a rabies vaccine needed?

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