My dog caught a shrew and got bit. Is he safe? What should I do?

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My dog caught a shrew earlier, and got bit. I'm not sure where he got bit, but what should I do? Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | neutered

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. If there is no visible would, I would not be worried. If you can find a spot, treat with a little hydrogen peroxide & then forget about it. Small rodents are not a major source of rabies, & if Max has had a rabies vaccination in the past year or so, he is safe. So, not much to worry about. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog caught a shrew and got bit. Is he safe? What should I do?

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