A pregnant screwworm seeks out the bodies of much larger animals, and, upon finding an open wound or other fleshy crevasse, delivers her eggs. When they hatch, the screwworm maggots earn their name, carving corkscrew burrows into the skin to grow fat off their host.
Dogs aren’t exactly famous for their personal hygiene or for maintaining a respectful distance from their canine pals. With a nuzzle, a shared ball or a bark, a dog battling a bug can easily pass it to others and, in some cases, people.
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Dr. Wise's Take
Preventing the spread of infectious diseases among dogs requires more than just vaccinations. The Ohio State University recently released guidelines outlining what else we can do to help keep our canine companions from contracting a communicable illness.
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