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Can my dog get sick from killing a rabbit?

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Created: 2022-04-18 15:18:11

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It is most commonly seen in the late spring and summer. Tularemia is an uncommon infection in dogs, but dogs can be exposed if they kill or eat an infected rabbit or rodent or through insect bites.


Is it okay for dogs to kill rabbits?

If your dog kills a baby rabbit, it's because its hunting instinct is strong and it's merely giving in to its natural behavior. While unpleasant and relatively uncommon in pets, it's quite normal for dogs to eat baby rabbits.

What are the symptoms of tularemia in dogs?

What are symptoms of tularemia in dogs?Lethargy.Dehydration.Loss of appetite.Sudden high fever.Swollen or painful lymph nodes.Abdominal pain.Tularemia in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment | Huntersville Vet

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