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A street puppy licked my leg though he did not bite me, there was not any kind of puncture wound, should i consult doctor?
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No need: Go to doctor only if there is another reason to consult. A mere dog lick, without any bite or skin breakage is not likely to transmit any germs to cuase disease. I used to walk with a stick to keep the street dogs at bay !
Answered 4/26/2018
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