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 ...

James Quinn, Stanford Emergency Department, 300 Pasteur Drive, Always Building M121 MC 5119, Stanford, CA 94305, USA; mtabaka{at}stanford.edu Objectives To determine a current infection rate of dog ...

Given that dog mouths are full of bacteria, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics to prevent an infection from developing. If ...

Grass seeds can cause lots of problems for dogs - here's the symptoms to look out for, how to prevent them getting stuck and the treatment available.

A dog that was found in Cynthiana is recovering after he was paralyzed in his back legs from being shot in the spine, Happy ...

If your dog’s face is puffy, firm, red, or suddenly swollen, it could be a sign of an underlying issue that needs attention.

Newfangled eyedrops for dogs might be better at helping them fight off infections, a new study says. Eyedrops containing hyaluronic acid helped antibiotics better coat the eyes of healthy dogs, ...

A Wiltshire vet has warned pet owners to look out for signs of tetanus after a dog needed life-saving treatment.

It can cause a serious infection in people with weakened immune ... we would believe if a dog licks a wound it will heal faster.” A third viewer wrote, “The correct question is, ‘Do I ...

It's known to possess antibacterial properties and can help wounds heal faster ... The next step will be to test the drops in dogs with eye infections, researchers said. Michigan confirms first ...

However, a small subset of women experience significant pain and a delay in healing secondary to infection ... with expectant management and perineal wound care, such as frequent sitz baths ...