“Do you need to get a tetanus shot after a dog bite?”

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“Do you need to get a tetanus shot after a dog bite?”

I am a 30 year old female. I want to know if you need to get a tetanus shot after a dog bite?

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**Subudra Thavy Govindasamy** Family Practitioner Kluang, Johor · Accepted Answer

Subudra Thavy Govindasamy Family Practitioner Kluang, Johor

If the dog is rabid you will need a rabid jab not a tetanus jab

**Dr. Timothy J. Chilcote** Emergency Physician Overland Park, KS · Accepted Answer

Dr. Timothy J. Chilcote Emergency Physician Overland Park, KS

Depends on your immunization history. More than 5 years since last shot, then yes, you should.

**Kumar Alagappan** Emergency Physician Houston, Texas · Accepted Answer

Kumar Alagappan Emergency Physician Houston, Texas

If it has been more than 5 years from your last tetanus shot- yes