Bacteria
Injected bacteria shrink tumors in rats, dogs and humans
A modified version of the Clostridium novyi (C. novyi-NT) bacterium can produce a strong and precisely targeted anti-tumor response in rats, dogs and now humans, according to a new report from Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center researchers. In its natural form, C. novyi is found in the soil and, in certain cases, can cause tissue-damaging […]
Humans and companion animals harbor the same types of MRSA infections
shared population of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria circulates both in humans and companion animals, according to a study published this week in mBio®, the online open-access journal of the American Society for Microbiology. “Our study demonstrates that humans and companion animals readily exchange and share MRSA bacteria from the same population,” says senior author […]
Saugus puppy recovers after fighting off rare, deadly flesh-eating bacteria infection
(MSPCA-Angell) Mugsy, bandaged up, looks out a window on the car ride home after surgery to remove nearly half of his intestines, which were infected. By Matt Rocheleau, Town Correspondent A puppy from Saugus is recovering after an arduous month-long fight with an infection from a rare, deadly flesh-eating bacteria. Meanwhile, the veterinarians who treated […]
Bacteria On Dog Lovers' Skin Reveal Their Affection
Should we say Germ-an shepherd? Mango Doucleff, of Washington, shows off the bacteria living on her tongue, which also flourish on her owner’s skin. Michaeleen Doucleff/NPR Should we say Germ-an shepherd? Mango Doucleff, of Washington, shows off the bacteria living on her tongue, which also flourish on her owner’s skin. Michaeleen Doucleff/NPR Well, it looks […]
The Dog Smells Awful
It is very true. Your best friend stinks.Your dog? Still your favorite friend. Loyal. Uncomplicated. Dedicated.Completely True.Truly undemanding (most of the time)!).Here is the question: What more could a friend want from another?Here is the answer…A fragrant dog-friend. How did this problem come to pass.In the long-ago days, man’s best friend was also a hunter-friend, […]
How To Prevent Urinary Tract Infections In Dogs
Has this ever happened to you? You treat your dog for canine cystitis, but as soon as the medication is gone, the dog urinary tract infection is back.You have hoped the infection was gone, but now she’s having accidents all over the house, and worse, yet, she’s in pain again. Why is this happening? You […]
What Every Dog Owner Should Know About Canine Cystitis
if you’re like me, you may not have realized how common bladder infections in dogs are. But quite a few dog owners have questions about canine urinary tract infections. Here are answers to your questions. What Is Canine Cystitis? This is an inflammation of your dog’s bladder that’s caused by a bacterial infection. Your vet […]