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How To Treat Dog Scratch?

I got a scratch mark in my abdomen through the shirt after the pet dog at my friend s house jumped onto me and put its paws hard pressed. I ve washed the site thoroughly with soap and water. please advice me whether this is enough or I still need vaccination for rabies.
Fri, 16 May 2014
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Hi,
Nothing to worry as there is no bite.
Go for tetanus toxoid shot.
If scratch is deep then apply antibiotic cream.
Ok anmd take care.
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How To Treat Dog Scratch?

Hi, Nothing to worry as there is no bite. Go for tetanus toxoid shot. If scratch is deep then apply antibiotic cream. Ok anmd take care.