![]() Modern killed virus or recombinant rabies vaccines have no risk of inducing rabies in the vaccinated animal and are not contraindicated in most immunocompromised animals. ![]() Because rabies continues to be a significant public health issue, waivers should not be issued arbitrarily upon client request and should be based upon clinical evidence, as documented in the patient's medical records, that the animal would be at considerable risk of a life-threatening reaction. If adequate steps can be taken to minimize the chance of exposure to rabies virus, the AVMA supports such animals being granted a waiver from mandatory rabies vaccination, upon recommendation of a licensed veterinarian and with the concurrence of the appropriate veterinary public health authorities. However, AVMA recognizes some animals might benefit from a waiver from mandated rabies vaccination because the vaccination may endanger the animal's life, or a waiver might be necessary for research purposes. Rabies is an almost invariably fatal disease for animals and humans vaccination of animals is a critical step in preventing infection and protecting public health. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) strongly supports the National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians' (NASPHV) recommendation that all dogs, cats, and ferrets should be vaccinated to protect against rabies infection. American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF).Application deadline: Train the Trainer.American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR).Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA).AVMA Center for Veterinary Education Accreditation.AVMA Congressional Advocacy Network (CAN).Donate to American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF).
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