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Jun
Is It Okay For A Dog To Lick A Human Wound. Dogs tend to harbor fewer diseases that are communicable to humans and the actual risk of infection is fairly low. My dog had stitches removed today on his right leg today. Many people still feel that as a natural response of a dog to a. Some people have advocated humans allowing dogs to lick our wounds based on the presumption that the canine saliva possesses an antiseptic properties.
Like most animal activities wound licking has its roots in behavior that would be beneficial under different. Many people still feel that as a natural response of a dog to a. The human body is designed for a man and woman to be able to engage in sexual intercourse. Even if you have a strong immune system if a pet licks an open wound wash it with soap and water right away just to be safe and keep an eye out. As a kid I let my dog lick scrapes and cuts all the time. Dog saliva is actually used as a healing agent because it is so good.
Dogs will naturally lick any wound on their bodies they can reach with their tongues as its just instinct for them to do so.
Not only does licking potentially introduce infection but the act of licking can break down tissues and suture. There is even a compound in saliva that can act as a painkiller. The idea that dogs need to lick their wounds in order for them to heal is so pervasive that many people including ancient societies believe dog saliva can also heal human wounds. But when dogs and cats are truly injured allowing them to lick their wounds can do more harm than good. My dog had stitches removed today on his right leg today. Dogs tend to harbor fewer diseases that are communicable to humans and the actual risk of infection is fairly low.