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
(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