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My dog bit me, now has a fever. Is it rabies if vaccine was delayed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 8 months old

My dog was groomed last Thursday bald haircut due to some scars. He has some scar in his body too. then Thursday night he bit me just a little. The scar didn't bleed. Then I went to the hospital and got vaccinated.now my dog always sleep, he also has a slight fever. But he eat his foods Everytime I give him. Is there possible that he has rabies? His anti rabies was delayed for a month this year.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on June 30th, 2019

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! The chance of rabies based on what you have described is quite low. However, a fever could be a sign of many things like infections, inflammation among other possibilities. If he continues to feel unwell, I recommend you have him evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check what may be going on so that therapy can be started accordingly. Best of luck!

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