Can you catch illness from puppies?
Anita Boyle
2025-08-24 18:25:10
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Dogs carry germs. They’re in their saliva, in their poop and urine, and on their fur. So, when we pet them or pick up their poop, or they bite or lick us, if we’re not careful, we can catch various illnesses from the bacteria, viruses or fungi they could be carrying. In many cases, dogs won’t show signs when they’re infected with one of the more than 70 bacteria, viruses or other organisms they can pass along to us. And yet, puppies under six months carry a lot of germs because their immune systems aren’t fully developed. Some of the most common diseases dogs of all ages can pass along to people include: Salmonella, a bacterial disease that dogs can get from eating uncooked meat, eggs or treats. Puppies are more likely to spread Campylobacter, a bacterial disease that causes diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps, than older dogs.
Unique Lowe
2025-08-15 18:41:12
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Lyme disease, or Lyme borreliosis, is a bacterial disease spread through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks. The disease can’t be passed from person to person or from person to dog. Luckily for both pets and their owners, the tick itself is the conduit for Lyme disease. Lyme disease can also be serious in dogs, and can lead to swollen lymph nodes, fever, lack of appetite, kidney issues, and potential lameness due to inflammation of the joints.
Vivianne Bosco
2025-08-03 16:00:57
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The answer is yes. There are a number of diseases you can contract from your pet, and they are known broadly as zoonotic diseases. Although it’s possible to catch a zoonotic disease that’s been bothering your pup, it’s not likely. Your chance of contracting a zoonotic illness does increase if you have a compromised immune system due to a pre-existing disease or medical condition. The best way to reduce or eliminated your risk of contracting zoonotic diseases from your dog is simple and boils down to hygiene and common sense. Several measures can be taken to ensure that you remain safe, including regularly monitoring your dog for signs of illness, basic hygienic practices such as washing your hands after handling your pet, and most importantly, avoiding direct contact with your dog’s urine or feces. Make sure you use that pooper-scooper.
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