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How long can rabies live on a dead animal?

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Once saliva is dried, it is no longer consid- ered infectious. The virus also is readily destroyed by bleach, ultraviolet light, and/ or heat. Live rabies virus will not survive for more than 24 hours in dead animals when temperatures reach 70oF.


Can you get rabies from touching a dead animal?

Rabies transmission from dead animals has been documented, however, such as a couple cases of rabies from people preparing dead animals for food. So, if you see a dead animal by the road, leave it alone. If you are going (for some reason) to touch it, first make sure it's really dead.

How long can rabies survive on surfaces?

How long can the rabies virus survive in the environment? The rabies virus is fragile under most normal conditions. It is destroyed within a few minutes at temperatures greater than 122°F, and survives no more than a few hours at room temperature.

Can rabies survive in a corpse?

The rabies virus can survive in saliva and body fluids for a few hours outside of the body but can survive for longer Page 2 periods in the carcass of a dead animal.

Can my dog get rabies from eating a dead animal?

Could my dog or cat get rabies from a dead animal that had rabies? Yes, through an open wound or by chewing on the carcass. Have your vet administer a booster shot within five days. If your pet is unvaccinated, it must be confined for four months, or euthanized.

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