Rabies is a viral disease that is highly lethal to many animals. A bite or (usually) a scratch can transmit the virus easily, for instance, from a pet or animal (like raccoons, skunks, foxes, bats) to other animals or humans. Rabies can also be picked up when, for instance, the saliva of a rabid dog gets in touch with the mouth, nose, or eyes of a dog that is susceptible.
Humans are more likely to get rabies from dogs than other animals because dogs are common pets and many have established dog-human relationships. Rabies can be prevented but there is no known cure for rabies. Once symptoms like fever, tingling at the site of exposure, confusion, fear of water, the disease is known to progress rapidly and can eventually bring about death in the affected animal or person. The best way to prevent rabies is for people, pet owners, and their pets to get a vaccination for rabies. Ask your vet Roanoke VA about your pet’s rabies vaccination.
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