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02-06-2004, 07:04 AM

In article . net,
(Rez) wrote:

In article fc.003d094101c75cf43b9aca008a82b967.1c75d6f@pmug. org,
(Glenna Rose) wrote:
things that are definitely not in the same dog's "kisses." Yes, I know a
dog licks itself, but that "material" is significantly changed immediately
by the saliva in the dog's mouth.

Sorry, no, that's a myth. If a dog licks its arse or eats its stool
or something else's stool (which is a common thing in dogs, even tho
most pet owners never see their beloved pet do it) the bacteria remain
in the mouth as long as it takes for food, drink, and saliva to wash
it away -- primarily by *mechanical action*. There is nothing magical
about dog saliva.

[Stool consumption in dogs is another topic, but is regulated by diet,
accessability, pecking order, and how many dogs are present.]

~REZ~
(35 years a canine professional)

But cat litter boxes seem to be a dog's favorite snack no matter what.
;-)

Tootsie rolls anyone? lol

K. (who has had to deal with coprophilic dogs... sigh)

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