Worms & Contagious Diseases in Pets, 5 Zoonotic Diseases

Zoonotic diseases are illnesses that spread from pets to people. The five most common zoonotic diseases affect the gut and skin, three of these are intestinal worms, one is an intestinal protozoan parasite, and one is a skin disease:
• Roundworm
• Hookworm
• Tapeworm
• Giardia
• Ringworm

Take these steps to prevent zoonotic disease in your family:
1. Have routine fecal exams for your pet.
2. Keep feces picked up and disposed of.
3. Wash hands after picking up feces.
4. Have your vet check hairless areas on dogs and cats for signs of ringworm.
5. Wash hands and don’t scratch your skin after handling your pet.