Kelli
I have always believed the vets and literature that says your animals have to be vaccinated annually (now they say every three years after the second vaccination) to keep them protected from rabies, as well as other boosters.
My husband has a dog from before we were married who has established himself as a biter. He has trust issues and the first time he bit me was early in our relationship (7-8 years ago.) I thought we were past the trust issues but tonight he bit me twice when I entered the room - puncturing the skin above my left ankle and drawing blood at my right knee. I did startle him but his aggression did not abate even after I spoke to him and turned on the light so we could see each other.
His rabies vaccination is out of date by a few years but there is little risk he’s been exposed recently; I was concerned any risk of exposure is too much if not seeing a doctor could result in my death.
I hate the idea of having him euthanized but I am equally if not more against the risk of my 4 year old being bitten.