Dog bite or cat bite: which is worse?

SUBSCRIBE | SHOP | ARCHIVE Written by Dr. Nick Golinvaux Good morning. Most cuts and scrapes can wait a few days before they're evaluated. Animal bites are different. What often looks like a small puncture wound on the surface can rapidly evolve into a serious infection beneath the skin. In some cases, a seemingly harmless bite to the hand can become a surgical emergency within 24 to 48 hours. This article explains why dog and cat bites deserve respect—and when you should seek medical...