Zoonosis and Your Pet: A Dangerous Combination
Pet owners enjoy sharing special time with their pets including couch cuddles, slobbery kisses, mealtime, and outdoor adventures. However, some of these activities could result in disease spread in people who do not take precautions or pets who do not receive proper preventive care. Zoonotic diseases are diseases that can be spread from people to pets, or vice versa, and can be deadly in severe cases. Fortunately, many preventive measures are available to ensure you and your pets are protected. Our Animal Emergency Care team describes zoonoses basics so that you understand disease types and risks and ways to prevent illness.
