People do get vaccinated. Nearly every small town has a list of people (animal control, veterinarians) who are vaccinated in order that they can more safely de

People do get vaccinated. Nearly every small town has a list of people (animal control, veterinarians) who are vaccinated in order that they can more safely deal with a potentially rabid animal. A dead rabid animal is still dangerous to handle. People who work around bats are also regularly vaccinated.