Mouse Encounters Can Be Serious A wild mouse can severely injure your dog, and a bite from one is sometimes lethal. Rat-bite fever is transmitted from a scratch or bite of a viral mouse, or contact with the mouse's carcass.
What happens if my dog gets bit by a mouse?
Infection. One of the most common risks, if your dog is bitten by a rat, is the chance of infection developing, especially if the bite is deep. All animals carry bacteria within their mouths and bite wounds should be cleaned and disinfected by a veterinary professional as soon as possible.
Can mice harm dogs?
Toxoplasmosis. Rodents, like mice and rats, may become infected with the protozoan parasite, Toxoplasma gondii, which causes toxoplasmosis. This can come from contaminated water or soil. Dogs that eat rodents infected with Toxoplasma protozoans may experience symptoms ranging from diarrhea to nervous system issues.
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