Pregnancy comes with plenty of surprises but getting bitten by a nonvenomous animal like a dog, cat, or squirrel is not on the top of the list. The good news is that most animal bites can be managed safely during pregnancy. Knowing what to be concerned about can help protect both you and your developing baby. When Are Animal Bites a Concern in Pregnancy? Most concerns after an animal bite are related to the possibility of an infection. Animals have bacteria in their mouths, and even …

