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My dog killed a baby skunk he's not up to date on shots can he get rabies? R the skunk babies born with rabies?

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Barb Cala answered

First, why haven't you kept up on your dog's shots?  That's very irresponsible.  You need to take him to the Vet and ask the Vet these questions ... ASAP.

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Tom Jackson answered

Animals and humans can't be born with rabies. ... Animals cannot be born with rabies because it is a virus and not genetically related.

http://www.sciforums.com/threads/born-with-rabies.109751/

BUT:  Babies born to a rabid mother will most likely have rabies, because it is exposed to the mother's saliva. These babies will probably not survive long enough to go out into the world. Teach your children to never touch wildlife

http://www.wildlife-education.com/rabies.php

Ask your vet how to proceed.

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