12/08/2026
⚠️ SENSITIVE CASE | MYIASIS ⚠️
At ROYAL PAWS VETERINARY HOSPITAL, we recently handled a very challenging case involving a dog with severe maggot infestation (myiasis)!!!
Our veterinary team performed manual retrieval and surgical wound management, carefully removing numerous maggots from the affected areas, thoroughly cleaning the wounds, and providing the patient with the necessary medications, pain management, and supportive care.
🐾 What is Myiasis?
Maggot infestation occurs when flies lay eggs on open wounds, moist skin, or neglected areas of the body. Once the eggs hatch, the larvae feed on damaged tissue, causing severe pain and discomfort, extremely foul odor, severe tissue destruction, infection, and sometimes, life-threatening complications if left untreated.
This case is a reminder to all furparents:
✔️ Check your pets daily, especially if they have wounds, skin infections, or matted fur.
✔️ Keep your pet clean and dry.
✔️ Seek veterinary attention immediately if you notice wounds, swelling, discharge, or moving larvae.
✔️ Regular grooming and routine veterinary check-ups can help prevent cases like this.
We are grateful that this patient was brought to us for urgent treatment, and we will continue doing everything we can to help them recover comfortably and safely. ❤️
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📍Royal Paws Veterinary Hospital, Cainta Rizal
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