Although cases are rare in BC, there have been cases where the carriers are Brown Bats, Squirels, and infected animals traveling within the Province.
Prevention is the best policy.
Vaccinate your pet. If your pet may have been bitten consult your veterinarian. Seizures Animals cannot swallow their tongue and basically are in no condition to bite you. Keep both yourself and the pet calm and relaxed. Whether it is a human or an animal, the first aid provider must keep the patient from injuring itself any further.