My new dog ate a dead animal, no rabies shot. Should I be worried?

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My dog I just got from a shelter got away from me last night, and when I found him he was eating what I think was another dead animal. It was night, so I have no idea what it was. He hasn’t had his rabies shot yet, should I be worried about anything? Does he need to go to a vet now, or should I watch for some symptoms? Pet's info: Dog | Husky | Male | unneutered | 45 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Most shelters will provide vaccines, so if you aren't sure of Redd's vaccine history, contacting the place you adopted him from to get a record of his vaccines is best. If you think he may have been exposed to rabies or another serious illness, seeking out veterinary care immediately is also a good idea to prevent accidental injury to yourself, or to Redd. In some cases, eating a dead animal carcass can cause severe digestive upset, or other issues due to the bones, bacteria, etc. Signs of this can include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, inability to produce stool, not wanting to eat or drink, fever, etc. If you see any signs of illness at all, seeking out veterinary care ASAP is best.

My new dog ate a dead animal, no rabies shot. Should I be worried?

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