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Diseases you can catch from your Pet?

What is a Zoonotic Disease?
Diseases transmitted from animals to humans are called Zoonotic Diseases.

How Contracted:
Bacteria and Parasites
Direct Skin Contact
Bites or scratches from an animal
Injection of undercooked meats

Pet Prevention:

• Don’t let pet drink from standing water outdoors
• No contact with feces or urine of other animals
• Brush and Inspect your pets coat for ticks or flees
• Make sure pet is up-to-date with vaccinations and Vet visits

Human Prevention: 

• Washing Hands
• Avoiding direct contact with animal feces
• If pregnant avoid cleaning out cats litter box
• Wear gloves when in contact with soil
• If you are scratched or bitten by an animal
• Wash the area with soap
• Administer First Aid

List of Zoonotic Parasitic Diseases

Zoonotic Diseases can be very harmful.  If you believe you have contracted a Zoonotic Disease please contact your Health Care Provider.

For more in-depth information on Zoonotic Diseases check out the Center for Disease Control and Prevention