Dog bite(40 days old puppy)

2022-04-27 14:16:04
40 days old puppy bit me(just a small scratch while playing) should I take vaccination? It is not vaccinated as it is still less than 3 months old
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Answered2022-04-27 16:37:36

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Better you go for vaccination. Chances of biting again is there.

Answered2022-04-27 14:58:17

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You can take if you have not taken before You will have immunity for a long time if you take But a small scratch has very very small risk of infecting you with rabies Just wash the wound and keep it clean.

Answered2022-04-27 14:47:34

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Ideally Yes you need rabies vaccination !
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wash the scratched area with soap and water for 15- 20 minutes and then go for vaccination.

Answered2022-04-27 14:47:28

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