Bites and Scratches All animal bites require treatment based on the type and severity of the wound. Whether the bite is from a family pet or an animal in the wild, scratches and bites can become infected and cause scarring.
Treating Dog Bites and Cat Scratches It might be true that household animals shouldn't “bite the hand that feeds them,” but sometimes a pet dog or cat will lash out even at those they love—those who walk them, feed them, and hug them.
