Diseases and infections that can be transmitted naturally between humans and domesticated animals are called zoonoses according to the World Health Organization Act. This cats, dogs and so on in the form of pets appear around us, and we live with the animals. Pets have been more and more appear in our lives, and our lives are more and more close, that we and domesticated pets and what are the common zoonotic diseases? And how to prevent?

I. Cat’s paw fever

In life also called cat scratch disease as the name suggests, pet owners may be infected after being scratched, bitten or accidentally scratched on the skin by cats; cats licking and nibbling on people’s wounds may also cause infection. For people with normal human immune function, the pathologic response is focal skin damage, enlarged lymph nodes, pus and granuloma. For immunocompromised people, it manifests as typical and reproducible subacute lymph node inflammation, which may be characterized by malaise, arthralgia, fever, etc. In severe cases, there may be acute brain and eye diseases, or even generalized mycotic purpura. Avoiding cat scratches and bites as well as licking the damaged skin are effective preventive measures. In case of accidental injury, wash the wound with running water and soap, disinfect it with tincture of iodine and seek medical attention as soon as possible.

(ii) Crochet worm

In life hookworm is an intestinal parasite commonly found in dogs and cats that can cause diarrhea, loss of appetite, and anemia. All dogs and cats can ingest hookworm larvae from the environment and can be infected by eating infected food or by hookworm larvae penetrating their skin. In addition, nursing moms of cats and dogs can transmit hookworms to their children. Equally disturbing is the fact that hookworm larvae can also penetrate a person’s skin, which usually results in a localized skin reaction, such as swelling and itching. And in everyday life, wearing gloves when handling soil or coming into contact with contaminated environments and washing your hands well afterward can help prevent accidental exposure.

III. Rabies

In life rabies to this deadly viral disease, rabies is spread primarily through saliva, most often after a bite or scratch from an infected animal. Any mammal can be struck! Rabies usually begins with flu-like symptoms and then progresses to neurological dysfunction such as behavioral changes, disorientation, seizures and aggression. Once symptoms appear, it is almost always fatal. If you are particularly unlucky to be bitten by an animal, it is important to go to the hospital and get vaccinated immediately. Also according to our regulations, all dogs and cats should be vaccinated against rabies on a regular basis, so be sure to comply!

IV. Roundworms

Roundworms are another intestinal parasite commonly found in dogs and cats, especially kittens and puppies. They often contract roundworms from contaminated environments, although puppies can also be infected in utero. Dogs and cats with roundworms in their stomachs tend to not gain weight and have inexplicably fluffy fur appearing large. Children in particular can also be affected if they accidentally swallow eggs of worms in the environment. After ingestion the larvae migrate through the body affecting the eyes and internal organs, which is fortunately relatively rare. When handling soil or coming into contact with infected animals in your daily life, be sure to wear gloves and wash your hands well afterwards, and also make sure that you are dewormed regularly.

V. Toxoplasmosis

Toxoplasmosis is a thunderbolt that triggers many conflicts in families preparing for pregnancy and pregnancy, in fact, there are several ways we can take to avoid toxoplasmosis in our lives. The first thing you must do is to deworm your pets on a regular basis. Secondly, during the preparation for pregnancy, we must send pets and ourselves to the hospital to do toxoplasmosis screening, this measure can effectively avoid the pit of toxoplasmosis. Once again, fruits and vegetables should be thoroughly cleaned before consumption; raw food and cooked food should be handled separately, meat must be thoroughly cooked before entering the mouth; drinking qualified drinking water.