Rabies virus diluted with water is generally not contagious. The rabies virus is spread by the bite of the animal that carries the virus, not through the air, respiratory tract, and generally not through the digestive tract. The rabies virus is diluted in water and is generally not contagious if it does not come into contact with human wounds. The more common way of transmission is dog bite with virus. After being bitten by a dog, it is important to treat the wound in a timely manner, and to get a rabies vaccination to prevent rabies from occurring. In order to prevent rabies from spreading, it is important to protect yourself from being bitten by a dog that carries the virus. Rabies can be prevented but not cured, and prevention is the key. If your wound is contaminated with the rabies virus, treat the wound promptly and follow your doctor’s instructions for rabies vaccination to prevent rabies from occurring.