Medical-grade honey has superior antibacterial properties against common bacterial isolates in wound cultures of dogs and cats in comparison to non–medical-grade honey types

Medical-grade honey displayed the greatest antibacterial activity against common wound pathogens and could be considered over other types of honey for wound management in cats and dogs. Locally and commercially sourced non-MGH appears to have a comparative efficacy against certain bacteria compared to non-medical-grade manuka honey and is more cost effective. Further in vivo studies are needed to confirm these findings.