A member asked:

My 2 month old puppy keeps biting me. i bled. should i be concerned and get a tetanus shot?

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Family practice : If you are due yes you should. Keep your wounds clean. Animal bites even if playful can get infected. Try to avoid bites, don't encourage him.

Answered 5/10/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Puppy bites: If you haven't had a tetanus shot within the last ten years, that would be prudent.

Answered 7/25/2019

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