A dog with dumb rabies usually has a dropped jaw with tongue hanging out and saliva dropping from his lips. This is caused by paralysis of the throat muscles. Occasionally in dumb rabies paralysis may first occur in the hind quarters and rapidly move forward. This animal can bite but is usally not vicious. Death will usually occur in three to five days.
Furious rabies is an entirely different story.
Change in personality. May develop a hoarse bark due to partial paralysis of the vocal cords. Tries to hide in dark corners, closets or under beds. Becomes highly excitable, is restless and tries to get away. Hog fencing or hardware cloth wire will not keep him in a pen.