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The U.S. Bans Importing Dogs From 113 Countries After Rise In False Rabies Records

The infectious and contagious rabies virus, shown here in a colorized micrograph, can be transmitted to humans through the bite or saliva of an infected animal. Thanks to protective vaccination of pets, rabies was eliminated from the U.S. dog population in 2007, though a bite from infected bats, skunks and raccoons can still transmit the virus. Biophoto Associates/Science Source hide caption

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Fake Records Of Rabies Shots Prompt U.S. Ban On Dogs From 113 Countries

A surge in pet adoptions has increased demand for dogs imported from around the world. Most are fine, but federal officials turned up 450 dogs in 2020 with false records — 50% more than in 2019.

The U.S. Bans Importing Dogs From 113 Countries After Rise In False Rabies Records

The infectious and contagious rabies virus, shown here in a colorized micrograph, can be transmitted to humans through the bite or saliva of an infected animal. Thanks to protective vaccination of pets, rabies was eliminated from the U.S. dog population in 2007, though a bite from infected bats, skunks and raccoons can still transmit the virus. Biophoto Associates/Science Source hide caption

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Biophoto Associates/Science Source

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The U.S. Bans Importing Dogs From 113 Countries After Rise In False Rabies Records

by Rob Stein

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The U.S. Bans Importing Dogs From 113 Countries After Rise In False Rabies Records

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