If a dog bite pierces the skin, bacteria can get into the body, which can cause an infection. This can cause symptoms, such as pain, swelling, and drainage from the wound. Washing the wound ...

A doctor has warned that a dog's lick can expose humans to the Capnocytophaga bacteria, which may lead to rare but ...

Pet owners should reconsider letting dogs lick their faces or open wounds, as warned by The Gut Doc. Dog saliva can carry ...

In the caption, Gut Doc writes, “People with a weakened immune system are at a higher risk, including those with diabetes, liver disease, or cancer. So, if you’re at high risk, avoid dog licks and ...

Cover the site of injury with a sock or put a cone on your dog to keep them from licking the wound, which could lead to infection. 3. Skin conditions and infections Some skin conditions ...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Capnocytophaga is a bacteria that is a rare 'but ...

Dogs do at times spread bacterial infections to humans, normally via licks on open wounds or via contact with the feces or urine of infected animals. Previous cases include Wisconsin local Greg ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Miss Scarlett, who was shot in the head a couple of weeks ago in a neighbor's yard continues to heal.

A dog in St. Louis is healing at a shelter after rescuers found him with severe injuries that were likely caused by dog ...