Disease
What are diseases that can be spread between people and animals?
Zoonotic diseases
Which zoonotic disease can the animal carry but not show any symptoms for?
Cat Scratch Fever
How are intestinal parasites transmitted to humans?
Oral route
How can you protect yourself from Roundworms?
- wear gloves when handling feces
- prompt disposal of feces
- wash hands after handling feces
What is a severe, viral disease that damages the nervous system of animals and almost always ends in death?
Rabies
What are the top three symptoms of Rabies?
Aggression
Salivation
Changes in Behavior
How is scabies transmitted?
Direct contact and fomites
How can you protect yourself from Cat Scratch Disease?
- Avoid rough play with kittens
- Do not allow cats to lick open wounds
- Wash cat bites and scratches immediately
- Use cat gloves and muzzles as needed
What is a diarrheal disease caused by protozoa found in untreated water sources?
Giardia
What three diseases can you contract from infected stool (especially diarrhea)?
Hookworms, Roundworms, and Giardia
How is rabies transmitted
Direct contact (bites)
How can you protect yourself from scabies?
Use PPE (gowns, gloves, boots) when coming in contact with an infected or suspect infected animal.
What three diseases can you contract from infected stool?
Hookworms, Roundworms, and Giardia
Diarrhea with or without blood, pale pink gums, and weight loss are associated with which disease?
Hookworms
What is an object likely to carry infection, such as clothing, towels, and bedding?
Fomite
What tools can be used to prevent Rabies transmission
-understand animal behavior/warning signs
-use muzzles and cat gloves when needed
This disease is caused by mites that infest the skin of humans and animals
Scabies
What disease is characterized by severe itching and hair loss?
Scabies
This disease can be spread through infected stool as well as contaminated water sources.
Giardia
What is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of disease?
Wash your hands often!