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   Bacterial Infection (Streptococcus) in Dogs Print
Treatment
Antibiotics and hydration will be part of the prescribed treatment.
Living and Management
Good nursing care is important to help the dog recover from this bacterial infection. Rehydration is also important for restoring the body with fluid and flushing the system of the infection.
Prevention
Avoid environments overcrowded with other animals. Other than avoidance of contact with other animals, there are no known preventative measures for this bacterial infection. Related ArticlesStaph Infection in Dogs The Staphylococcus bacteria can live free in the environment, on the skin of a host... READ MORE Coughing in Dogs The act of coughing serves as a protective mechanism for preventing the accumulation... READ MORE Lungworms in Dogs Lungworms are a parasitic worm (nematode) that settles in the lungs and windpipe... READ MORE
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