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brenda
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brenda asked in PetsDogs · 8 years ago

Does a Tetanus shot protect you from a dog bite?

I volunteer at my local shelter, and am around many animals (both cats/dogs). Would I be protected from a "dog bite," if I am current on a Tetanus vaccine? TY

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  • Anonymous
    8 years ago
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    The Tetanus shot protects you from Tetanus. Period. You can still get an infection from a bite that would require antibiotics. You could also still get rabies (though it's unlikely you'd be handling any rabid dogs or cats).

  • 8 years ago

    If you are concerned about what vaccines would be an extra precaution look into what vaccines vet tech need.

    There is a rabies vaccine for people: http://www.vaccines.gov/diseases/rabies/

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