what actually happens if your dog licks your blood?

One time, I scraped my knee and my dog was immediately all over it, trying to lick the blood. At first, I thought it was sweet—like he was trying to help. But then I remembered that dogs’ mouths aren’t exactly the cleanest places. I did some digging and found out that if a dog licks human blood, it’s not just gross—it can actually be risky for both of us. There’s a chance my blood could make him sick, especially if I had any illness that could cross over. And his saliva? Full of bacteria that could make my cut worse, not better. Now, whenever I get a cut, I cover it up fast and distract him with a toy. It’s just safer for both of us. Turns out, the best way to care for your pet is to keep your wounds to yourself! DogCare #PetSafety #HealthTips #DogBehavior #DogCare #PetSafety #HealthTips #DogBehavior #Pets #Dogs