04/10/2025
Let’s start with the easy information,
It’s required by law.
The vaccine doesn’t give your dog rabies.
The rabies virus is deadly if contracted.
Yes people die of rabies in the US still every year.
No, I can’t give you a rabies vaccine.
Yes, I’ve had my rabies vaccines.
Yes, I was exposed, by a Boston Terrier.
It’s a simple step, call us, make an appointment, have your pet vaccinated.
Yes even if it doesn’t go outside. ( see the first statement)., because if it accidentally bites someone in your house and it’s not vaccinated, the pet gets to spend 10 days in quarantine if it’s lucky . If it’s not lucky.,, well let’s not go there.
⚠️ Medical Monday: Rabies Alert for Oklahoma Residents ⚠️
Several positive rabies cases have already been confirmed in Oklahoma this year. To protect your family and animals, make sure all pets and livestock are up to date on their rabies vaccinations.
🐶 Dogs and cats 12 weeks or older are eligible for vaccination.
📅 A booster is required one year after the initial shot, then every 1 to 3 years depending on the vaccine type.
Last year, a dog in Cleveland County tested positive for rabies—it had previously been vaccinated but was not current on its shots. Staying up to date is critical for protection.
What you need to know about rabies in Oklahoma:
🦨 Primary carriers: Skunks and bats
🦠 Transmission: Through saliva, typically via bite wounds
🧤 Handling bats: Always wear gloves! Even if you don’t feel a bite, bat teeth are tiny and you might be bitten without knowing it. Handling a bat with bare hands is considered an exposure.
✅ Be proactive:
Keep vaccinations current
Avoid contact with wild animals
Report unusual wildlife behavior
Let’s keep our communities and animals safe!
🐾Want to learn more rabies? Check out www.cdc.gov or www.oklahoma.gov/health. If you’d like to know more about rabies prevalence in Oklahoma over the past 3 years, this is an interesting interactive map:
https://www.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/e4f5089a3eb246858368f91609c6cbf2