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I was bit by a small unknown dog, not a stray just unknown to me, it did not tear my pants but left a wound. i am curious about the risk of rabies as the dog seemed fine and only protective and it did not rip my pants. wound has healed fine?

Q: i was bit by a small unknown dog, not a stray just unknown to me, it did not tear my pants but left a wound. i am curious about the risk of rabies as the dog seemed fine and only protective and it did not rip my pants. wound has healed fine?

: I recommend calling your department of public health to get appropriate advice on this matter.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

I recommend calling your department of public health to get appropriate advice on this matter.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 4/19/2021

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A member asked:

I was bit by a small unknown dog, not a stray just unknown to me, it did not tear my pants but left a wound. i am curious about the risk of rabies as the dog seemed fine and only protective and it did not rip my pants. wound has healed fine?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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