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My dog accidentally licked my baby's bottom while i was changing her. i immediately wiped her bottom with a wipe. will this hurt her in any way?

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Baby OK: I doubt a dog licking a baby's bottom would hurt the baby. Hope your dig is OK.

Dr Keith and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/11/2016

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