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Is it safe to get a new dog while going through chemo therapy?
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Yes for sure: Dogs are safe for folks who are getting chemotherapy although you need to be sure your skin is protected from cuts and scratches as that can lead to infections more easily than normal folks do.
Answered 9/5/2013
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Yes: But make sure you wash your hands a lot and keep doggie from biting or scratching when playing. Make sure it stays clean and healthy. Also, i would avoid petting or playing with it if your white blood counts are very low. Dogs are fantastic companions, they live to please and to make you happy. Guess you can tell i'm a dog person. Nothin' like a good dawg!
Answered 9/5/2013
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