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2021-07-14 15:01:39
For how many days we should keep observing dog after bite so that there will be almost 0% chance of getting rabies.
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Minimum ten days but still that’s not a sure shot sign , people had developed rabies 10 to 15 years after dog bite also, so vaccination is the best modality.
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You should observe the dog for 10 days. If he doesnt develop any symptoms, you can consider it as free from rabies.

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