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Puppy bite

2016-01-25 13:54:57
I got a small cut on my hand while playing with some stray puppies from a playful bite. Incision is not deep though some blood came out of it. Is vaccination necessary,if yes within how many days? The puppies are approximately 3 to 4 months old.
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Hi, Post exposure prophylaxis is mandatory as soon as possible within 12hours..

Answered2016-01-26 09:01:41

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