It is important to know the cause of the infection as it even could be an allergy,” Dr Thange added. In the past few days we have received over 70 calls from animal lovers out of which 50 were regarding strays. These eggs then turn into larva that turns into maggots which infect the wound and eat the flesh of the animal. Also, as their fur does not get dry fast they suffer from fungal growth in the skin and at times even puss is formed. Her condition is better now,” Nair said.Dr Hemant Thange, a city-based veterinarian said, The older dogs usually find it difficult to find a shelter during the rains..