The rabies virus is almost always fatal, but it can be prevented with vaccination. Learn more about the stages of rabies and what you can do to prevent it. By Maeve Rich |
 | Behavior changes are one of the most common rabies symptoms in dogs and cats. Know what to look for so that you can prevent the virus from spreading. By Maeve Rich |
 | Rabies shots are reuqired for dogs, but cats are now more likely to contract this illness. New veterinary guidelines suggest that other pets and livestock should be vaccinated as well. By Maeve Rich |
 | Rabies in humans is fatal. This makes avoiding potentially infected animals and seeking prompt treatment for any animal bite essential. By Maeve Rich |
Prompt rabies treatment is crucial for anyone who may have been bitten or scratched by an infected animal. Learn about how the disease is diagnosed and treated. By Maeve Rich |
The rabies vaccine is mandatory for dogs and highly recommended for all cats. While there are some risks with the vaccine, they are far less dangerous than the prospect of a pet contracting rabies. By Maeve Rich |
Even if you don't own a pet, you should know how to recognize rabies signs in dogs and share this information with your family. The rabies virus is easily transmitted to humans and can be fatal without prompt treatment. By Helen Polaski |
Rabies symptoms in cats are somewhat different than those in dogs. Learn how to spot them so you can protect yourself and your family from infection. By Helen Polaski |
What causes rabies? Rabies is one of the oldest and most frightening viruses known to mankind. By Helen Polaski |
Girolama Fracastoro, the man who discovered rabies, and Louis Pasteur, the man who created the rabies vaccine, made their marks in history nearly 400 years apart. By Helen Polaski |
