Sepsis Survival after Dog Bite
Canine Behavior Consultant, Renee Cawley, in the story of her survival after being bitten by a dog and contracting sepsis. Due to a blood condition, Hereditary Sphirocytosis, Renee's spleen was removed in 1985 to control her symptoms. She was never made aware that Capnocytaphagia Canamorsis, a common bacteria found in the mouths of about 75% of all dogs, could potentially kill her. She is now searching for a way to spread awareness and to educate people on the precautions necessary when handling a dog when you do not have a spleen.