Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Related to Rabies Prevention Among Veterinary Students (Vietnam National University of Agriculture) Raising Companion Animals

Date Received: 31-03-2025

Date Accepted: 30-07-2025

Date Published: 31-07-2025

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Issue: Vol. 23 No. 7 (2025): Tạp chí Khoa học Nông nghiệp Việt Nam

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CHĂN NUÔI – THÚ Y – THỦY SẢN

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Anh, L., Thuy, B., Hao, P., Hang, D., & Quảng, D. (2025). Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Related to Rabies Prevention Among Veterinary Students (Vietnam National University of Agriculture) Raising Companion Animals. Vietnam Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 23(7), 869–878. https://doi.org/10.31817/tckhnnvn.2025.23.7.03

Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Related to Rabies Prevention Among Veterinary Students (Vietnam National University of Agriculture) Raising Companion Animals

Le Tran Hoang Anh 1 , Bui Le Thuy 1 , Phan Thi Thu Hao , Dang Thi Hang 1 , Dương Hồng Quảng (*)

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  • 1 Khoa Thú y, Học viện Nông nghiệp Việt Nam

    • Keywords

    Attitude, gender influence, knowledge, practice, rabies, veterinary students

    Abstract


    Rabies is a dangerous infectious disease with a nearly 100% fatality rate. Veterinary students at the Vietnam National University of Agriculture, particularly those who are raising dogs and/or cats, are at high risk of exposure due to frequent contact with animals. This study was conducted to assess students’ levels of exposure, knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding rabies prevention in this group of students, while also examining the influence of gender on these aspects. This survey found that 82.71% had been bitten or scratched by dogs or cats, indicating a significant risk of exposure. Overall assessment results showed that 55.6% of students scored in the “Good” range (9-11 points), 34.1% in the “Moderate” range (7-8 points), and 10.3% in the “Low” range (0-6 points), reflecting a generally solid foundation in rabies-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Statistical analysis showed no significant differences between male and female students in these aspects. However, the findings also revealed that post-exposure wound care skills were still limited, highlighting the need to strengthen practical training to help students prevent rabies and improve their ability to respond effectively in real-world veterinary settings.

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