Pets, including cats and dogs can transmit diseases like Alaskapox and bubonic plague to humans.

Pets, including cats and dogs, can transmit various diseases to humans, such as bacterial and parasitic infections, through contact with feces, scratches, bites, or other vectors like ticks and fleas. Alaskapox and bubonic plague are recent examples of diseases transmitted from animals to humans. To minimize risks, pet owners should practice good hygiene, ensure their pets are vaccinated, and protect themselves from tick and flea bites.

February 29, 2024
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