Correct option is D
(d) Dog
Dogs are the primary animals that can spread rabies to humans and other animals.
- Rabies is a viral disease transmitted through the saliva of an infected animal, typically through bites.
- While other animals like bats or foxes can also spread rabies, dogs are the most common source, especially in countries where rabies vaccination for pets is not common.
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- Rabies is fatal once symptoms appear, but pre-exposure vaccination and post-bite treatment can prevent the disease.
- In some regions, stray dogs are a significant concern for rabies transmission.
- Lizards (option a), squirrels (option b), and pigeons (option c) do not spread rabies.
- Rabies is mainly spread by mammals, as they are the only animals affected by the virus.