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In today's era, keeping dogs or other pets has become a habit of people. Most people consider pets as members of their family. They even kiss the pets while caressing them. But have you ever wondered whether it is okay to kiss pets or not?

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Thousands of bacteria reside in the mouth of humans and pets. These bacteria prove to be very beneficial for the cleanliness and fitness of our bodies. If these bacteria get inside our body then health can be bad. Kissing an animal transmits its bacteria.

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Kissing pets can cause gum disease. Also, there is plaque buildup disease. Experts say that people who have the habit of sleeping with pet cats can develop diseases like ringworm and itching.