Tetanus and Dog Bites: How to Recognize the Early Signs of Infection

Tetanus and Dog Bites: How to Recognize the Early Signs of Infection

Dog bites can be more than just painful wounds; they can lead to serious infections, including tetanus. Tetanus is a bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani, a bacterium commonly found in soil, dust, and animal saliva. When a dog bite punctures the skin, it provides an entry point for bacteria, making it essential to be … Continue reading Tetanus and Dog Bites: How to Recognize the Early Signs of Infection

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Zoom Goes to the Dogs! Guide Dogs for the Blind

Zoom Goes to the Dogs!  Guide Dogs for the Blind

(Photo Courtesy of Guide Dogs for the Blind)   ZOOM GOES TO THE DOGS DURING SHELTER-IN-PLACE AS GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND KEEPS CANINES, HUMANS CONNECTED — Pandemic Shifts Puppy Club Meetings, Volunteer Support Online —   By this stage of the COVID-19 Pandemic, many working Americans are familiar with the Brady Bunch-esque gallery presentation … Continue reading Zoom Goes to the Dogs! Guide Dogs for the Blind

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