In a groundbreaking new study, researchers at the University of Sheffield have shown that rapid infection in dogs can be used to reduce the need for antibiotic use. By using a combination of gene-editing, gene-therapy, and immunotherapy, the team was able to reduce bacterial infections in dogs by up to 50%. This is the first time that such a method has been used to reduce the need for antibiotics in animals. The results of this study could have a huge impact on the way we treat bacterial infections in both pets and livestock, and could help to reduce the misuse of antibiotics.

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source: Phys.org