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My rabbit bit me. What should I do? Do I need a rabies injection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | unspayed | 1lb

I got bitten by my rabbit. What should I do? Do I need to get anti-rabies injection for this?

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Answered By Emi Knafo, DVM, DACZM

Veterinarian, Board-Certified Zoological Medicine Specialist

Published on January 10th, 2018

Hello. This is a good question. Generally, no, you don’t need rabies post exposure vaccinations since rabies is very rare in rabbits. However, if your rabbit has any exposure to wildlife by going outside into your yard, has a wound you cant explain, or has been showing behavior changes or aggression, the. I would be more concerned for possible exposure. The best thing you can do is to contact your own personal physician and the health department and explain the scenario. Seek medical care for your wound at least to make sure it doesn’t get infected. If the doctor has concern, they will likely want to contact your veterinarian. Best of luck!

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    Answered By Ady Y. Gancz, DVM, ABVP (Avian), ECZM

    Veterinarian, Board-certified avian specialist

    Published on

    The bottom line is that you have to consult your MD and/or the local health authority. Washing the wound well and disinfecting it should be done right away, but afterwards your (human) doctor should decide about your treatment.

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