00:00If your dog loves to chase wild rabbits in the yard or on the trails,
00:03it might seem like harmless fun or basic instinct. But as a dog owner, you need to know,
00:09can wild rabbits actually be dangerous to your dog? The answer is yes, not from physical attacks,
00:15but from serious hidden health hazards. While a wild rabbit won't pick a fight with a dog,
00:20an encounter poses three major risks. Don't forget to subscribe to the channel
00:25and turn on the notification bell so you don't miss any new updates. First, dangerous diseases.
00:31Wild rabbits can carry tularemia, a severe bacterial infection also known as rabbit fever. If your dog
00:39catches, bites, or eats an infected rabbit, the bacteria can cause sudden high fever, lethargy,
00:45and swollen lymph nodes, requiring immediate veterinary care. Second, parasites. Rabbits are
00:51host to fleas, ticks, and tapeworms. Ticks from wild rabbits can transmit Lyme disease to your dog,
00:58while ingesting a rabbit can lead to internal intestinal parasites. Third, physical injury.
01:04A fleeing rabbit can lead your dog blindly across roads, into dense thorn bushes, or toward hidden
01:10hazards like steep drops. Additionally, cornered rabbits can inflict deep scratches with their sharp
01:16back claws. To protect your pet, keep your dog on a leash in brushy areas, train a strong,
01:22leave-it command, and schedule regular parasite preventatives with your vet.
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