Is it okay not to get a shot if I was bitten by my own dog and it bled?

It is generally not advisable to skip vaccination after being bitten by your own dog and bleeding occurs. Your own dog may also carry the rabies virus, and the risk of infection increases when bitten and bleeding occurs. Rabies is a severe infectious disease with a fatality rate of nearly 100%, so this risk should not be ignored. Besides rabies, dog bites can also lead to infections caused by other bacteria and viruses. If the wound is not properly treated and disinfected promptly, inflammation and infection may occur, further affecting wound healing.

After being bitten by your own dog, the wound should be flushed alternately with soap water and running water for at least 15 minutes, and as much contaminated blood as possible should be squeezed out. Then, disinfect the wound using antiseptics such as iodophor or alcohol to prevent infection. Receive rabies vaccination as soon as possible; the vaccine is most effective when administered within 24 hours after the bite, but vaccination should still be carried out even if more than 24 hours have passed. If the dog is a stray or behaves abnormally, the risk of infection may be higher. At the same time, observe whether the dog remains healthy and alive for 10 days. If the dog becomes ill and dies within 10 days, inform your doctor promptly.