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What Pet Owners Need to Know About Bacteria in Florida Waters

By Ranch Animal Hospital | August 19, 2025

  You may have seen recent headlines about Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called “flesh-eating bacteria” found in warm coastal waters, including areas around Bradenton, Florida. While this bacterium poses the greatest risk to people with open wounds or weakened immune systems, pet owners should also be aware of how dogs can potentially play a role in…