Species capable of growth on nutrient agar, non-haemolytic on blood agar; causes haemorrhagic septicaemia and other infections in a variety of birds and animals. Can infect man.
A species found in the oral cavities of cats, dogs, and other animals. It may be transmitted to humans by animal bites, and may cause cellulitis, abscesses, osteomyelitis, pneumonia, peritonitis, or meningitis. Penicillins, doxycycline, or cephalosporins are used to treat the infection.