Is it okay if the dog’s paw scratches?

If the dog’s paw scratches, the wound should be disinfected immediately. Immediately wash the wound with plenty of running water (20% soapy water is best) for more than 20 minutes, and at the same time clean the surrounding area of ​​the wound. Squeeze out some of the blood to bring out the pathogenic bacteria, and then alternately disinfect with iodine and medicinal alcohol. Repeat 2-3 times until the bleeding stops naturally. If the wound is deep, you need to go to the hospital for treatment. It depends on the situation whether to go to the hospital for vaccination.

Does a dog need to be vaccinated if its paw is scratched?

In this case, no vaccination is required
1. Dogs are domestic dogs. There are regular rabies vaccinations and internal deworming.
2. Rarely come into contact with other animals, and have not been hurt or licked by other animals recently.
3. The dog is in good health, has no cold, is in normal spirits, and has a normal appetite.
4. There are reasons for biting, such as being provoked or threatened; being pulled by force; deliberately irritating; competing for food; protecting children; being hurt, etc. The bite will be as active as usual after the bite.
Meeting all the above conditions is indispensable, and vaccination is not required. The dog is basically healthy and does not carry transmissible rabies virus, and the chance of infection is extremely low. Dogs that exhibit obvious behavioral abnormalities will need to be vaccinated against rabies.

Can dogs get rabies if they scratch their paws?

It takes about 5-10 days for the virus to enter the animal’s brain and take effect. Therefore, if there is no abnormality in the dog within ten days, the mental state and As before, it means it is safe, at least not contagious, and no further vaccinations are needed; if the dog dies within 10 days, subsequent vaccinations must be given.