Rabies is an infectious disease that is present on all continents. It is one of the most serious that all warm-blooded animals can suffer, including humans. Unfortunately, no medicine has yet been developed that can cure the affected person, so you have to take a series of preventive measures to avoid that our furry friend ends up suffering from it. Measures, by the way, that are really effective.
Let us know how to prevent rabies in dogs.
Rabies vaccine
When the dog is six months old, one of the first things we have to do is take it to the vet to get the preventive vaccine against rabies, which although has some side effects, it is essential .. This vaccine will have to be given again once every year, and it is mandatory. Its price is around 30 euros, although in some municipalities vaccination campaigns are carried out and they can discount 5-10 euros.
Visits to the vet
Continuing with the medical issue, it is very important that the professional examines our dog from time to time -at least once a year- so that any disease that could be affecting it can be detected early.
Adopt animals safely
To prevent rabies, it is very important that animals are acquired legally, with all their papers in order, among which the canine passport should not be missing. Also, you do not have to introduce animals in other countries without sanitary control.
Help abandoned dogs, but carefully
If you come across an abandoned dog, you have to be very careful that it doesn't bite you. We know that most of them are looking for a little affection, but you should know that it is not easy to detect a dog with rabiesunless you have a blood test.
But beware, this does not mean that we have to be protected with gloves or anything like that, simply it's about being a bit carefulIf he is very nervous, try to calm him down by giving him a treat for dogs and getting closer to him little by little.
With these tips, both your dog's health and that of your family will be kept safe .