*Unless from an area known to be rabies free - consult with appropriate public health jurisdiction.

Human exposure to rabies - Any situation in which the wet saliva or CNS tissue of a potentially rabid animal is suspected of coming into contact with an open or fresh wound, the eyes, or the mucous membranes of the nose and mouth. Bites are a form of exposure, as well as scratches that are suspected of being contaminated with wet animal saliva.

Provoked attack or bite - An attack is considered to be "provoked" if an animal is in a situation such that from a veterinary perspective, the animal would be expected to bite or attack. For example, bites are considered provoked in the following circumstances: invasion of the animal's territory, attempting to pet or handle an unfamiliar animal, startling an animal, running or bicycling past an animal, assisting an injured animal, trying to capture an animal, removing food, water, or other objects in the animal's possession or acting in an aggressive manner toward an animal. Consultation with the Public Health Veterinarian may be helpful to determine if an attack was provoked (206-296-4880).