Dogs, and especially cats, can carry the bacteria Pasteurella, which is highly infectious to wild animals. If the animal was attacked or carried by a pet, it will need a regimen of antibiotics to prevent infection.
Any baby animal that was in a cat’s or dog’s mouth should be taken to a wildlife rehabilitator.
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