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  • 20/02/2025

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Is it possible to catch rabies from a 1-month-old puppy that hasn't had its shots yet, just through playful bites and licking? There aren't any bite marks or wounds, but I'm wondering if rabies can be transmitted without any bleeding involved.

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Dr. Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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