Puppy bit my thumb and it bled. Is it safe if rabies vaccine is due?

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Today while playing with zoey.... I got hit by her upper teeth on my thumb mistakenly.... And It bleeded.... I washed it with detol.... Is that fine.... She is 2 months old....And her rabies vaccine is due.. next month... Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 3 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

You should be fine as long as your cleaned in thoroughly. I would also put some Neosporin on it twice a day to help it heal. If it starts to get red or inflamed, I would have your doctor check it out to ensure it isn't infected. If so, you may need oral antibiotics.

Puppy bit my thumb and it bled. Is it safe if rabies vaccine is due?

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