Can Rabies Be Contracted After Being Licked By A Dog?

Posted on Tue, 14 Feb 2017

Question: Hi, a stray puppy dog just touch with his mouth on right toe of left leg of me. There no bite mark or wound. Is need I to take vaccination?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Arnab (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
wash the area under running water and clean with soap thoroughly..

Detailed Answer:
Hello xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Welcome to HCM,

I've gone through your query and understand your concern,

Well, since you've mentioned there's only touch with the puppy's mouth, and no bite mark or wound, then you don't need to worry about vaccinations.. I believe you don't have any preexisting wound/cut over that right toe..

At this outset, I'd suggest you to first of all, put the area under running tap-water and wash it off thoroughly with soap and water (for at least 5-10minutes).. Do not cover the area after wards, and keep it open only..

After that rub-off gently/dry the area and inspect under bright light once more, if no visible wound/scratch mark present, nothing to worry any more..

Hope this is clear, let me know if there's any further queries..

Take Care
Kind Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee