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I've been bitten by my boss's puppy. What should I dog?

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sigraur64713
sigraur64713

I was bit today by a 4 month old puppy that had its rabies shot 27 days ago, on the first of this month. Its sharp tooth scratched my hand and I bleed a little. Should I go to the doctor to get vaccinated for rabies?

Furthermore, I had a PEP rabies vaccine (2 full courses) after I was bit by a dog in 2008 by the same dog in 2009, but I'm not sure if I'm still immune to rabies.

Should I get the rabies vaccine?

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  • Marina_Dee
    Marina_Dee sigraur64713

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    I think the PEP vaccine only lasts for maximum 12 months. If you are in a rabies area get some advice from a doctor.

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