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Parasites - a disease caused by a gastrointestinal parasites like Hookworms and Roundworms. Infection can occur from either ingesting parasite eggs or coming into contact with the larva in the soil. These parasites can be acquired from handling infected soil through gardening, cleaning feces, walking in sand or playing in sandboxes used by animals. For these reasons, children are especially at risk, so make sure they wash their hands thoroughly after handling their pet.
Rabies is a viral infection caused by a virus found in the saliva of infected animals and is transmitted to pets and humans by bites. Infected bats, raccoons, foxes, skunks, dogs or cats provide the greatest risk to humans.
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease you can acquire from handling infected urine or by putting your hands to your mouth after touching anything that has been exposed to infected dog urine.
Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection that can affect the scalp, the body (particularly the groin), the feet and the nails. Despite its name, it has nothing to do with worms. The name comes from the characteristic red ring that can appear on an infected person's skin.
Animals with zoonotic diseases may exhibit a variety of clinical signs depending on the type of disease. The signs can vary from mild to severe. As a pet owner, you should know your animal and be aware of any changes in behavior and appearance.
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