Zoonotic diseases are illnesses that can be transmitted between animals and humans. It is a problem of growing importance. Here is the list of illnesses: Roundworms, tapeworms, ringworm, scabies, Lyme disease, Leptospirosis, and Salmonellosis.
Roundworms
Roundworms (Toxocara canis) are microscopic round-shaped parasites, that can be up to 7 inches long.
Dog gets contaminated by the ingestion of earthworms, birds, roaches, or infected feces. Symptoms of contamination are an inflated belly, diarrhea, and in puppies, slower growth.
Contamination from dog to human occurs after gardening or playtime in the sandbox. In the areas where the dog has defecated. Symptoms of contamination in people include fever, weight loss, and respiratory problems. Lungs, liver, and brain can be damaged also.
It is necessary to carefully wash your hands and nails to decrease your chances to get sick.
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Tapeworms
Tapeworms (Dipylidium caninum) are flat intestinal worms up to 8 inches long. They will appear like small grains of rice when a dog defecates.
Dogs are contaminated by tapeworms after ingesting an infected flea or another dog’s feces.
A dog owner can be contaminated in the same way, usually, small children are affected.
The sign of contamination can be persistently scooting a bottom across the floor. To prevent contamination, use dog flea control products.
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Ringworm
Ringworm is a parasitic fungus that can cause hair loss in the infected areas. The illness looks like raised, circular, crusted areas on the skin. You or your dog become infected by touching contaminated objects, infected animals, or humans.
In most cases, ringworm can be cured with topical or antifungal medication. Careful cleaning of all frequently used areas in your house is also necessary.
| Illness | Symptoms? | Treatment?️ |
|---|---|---|
| Roundworms | ?Inflated belly, diarrhea, slower growth in puppies, fever, weight loss, respiratory problems, damage to lungs, liver, and brain. | Wash hands and nails carefully to decrease the chances of getting sick.? |
| Tapeworms | Small grains of rice-like appearance, persistently scooting a bottom across the floor. | Use dog flea control products to prevent contamination.? |
| Ringworm | Hair loss, raised circular crusted areas on the skin.? | Cured with topical or antifungal medication, careful cleaning of frequently used areas in the house.? |
| Scabies | Itching, hives, bumps, chewing at the skin which becomes dark, and thick with hair loss.?️ | Disinfect the dog’s bedding, take medicated dips and baths, and contact a doctor if experiencing symptoms.? |
| Lyme disease | Joint inflammation, depression, loss of appetite, and kidney damage.? | Regularly check the dog’s hair and yourself for ticks, protect the dog with anti-tick topicals, and keep carpets well-vacuumed.?️♀️ |
| Leptospirosis | Damage to liver, kidneys, rarely death.?? | Vaccination is recommended.? |
| Salmonellosis | GI upset, in some cases even death.?? | Keep kids away from the place where the dog eats food to avoid contamination.?️ |
Scabies
Scabies is transmitted by scabies mites. These mites prefer dogs but also can cause itching in humans, hives, and bumps. Itching in dogs leads to chewing at the skin which becomes dark, and thick with hair loss.
To get rid of mites at home you should disinfect the dog’s bedding. Your vet will prescribe injections or oral medicine together with medicated dips and baths.
Contact your doctor if you yourself have scabies symptoms.
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Lyme disease
Lyme disease is a blacklegged or deer tick spreads the infection which is dangerous for dogs and people. In dogs, the infection takes about 18 hours after the tick bite. But you may not notice it for months until your dog will show signs of joint inflammation. The consequences are depression, loss of appetite, and kidney damage.
For people, Lyme disease spreads after 36-48 hours of tick attachment. Bulls-eye rash may occur but you may not see
symptoms for a while. There is a vaccine for dogs but not for people. To avoid infection regularly check your dog’s hair and yourself for ticks. Protect your dog with anti-tick topicals and keep carpets well-vacuumed.
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Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis, which is a bacterial disease. It causes damage to liver, kidneys, rarely death. You can protect your dog by vaccination, especially if you live in wet places or in Hawaii. A person can become infected from dog through urine, for example, in a pool.
Salmonellosis
Salmonellosis causes GI upset in humans and dogs, in some cases even death. Not sterilized or heat-processed raw diets can contain Salmonella bacteria together with Campylobacter and E Coli. Keep kids away from the place where dog eats food to avoid contamination.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, it is essential to be aware of the common illnesses that can affect both dogs and humans. Roundworms, tapeworms, ringworm, scabies, Lyme disease, leptospirosis, and salmonellosis are some of the most common diseases. Contamination from dogs to humans occurs through different channels, and each disease requires a specific approach to treatment and prevention. Therefore, it is crucial to consult a veterinarian or doctor if there are any signs of illness in either the dog or the owner. Overall, by taking preventative measures and proper care of our dogs, we can significantly reduce the risk of infection and keep our furry friends healthy and happy.
FAQ
Can a person contract Roundworms from their dog?
Yes, it is possible to contract Roundworms from contaminated areas where a dog has defecated. It’s important to wash your hands and nails carefully to decrease the chances of getting sick.
How can Tapeworms be prevented?
Using dog flea control products can prevent contamination from tapeworms.
What is Ringworm, and how is it treated?
Ringworm is a parasitic fungus that can cause hair loss and raised, circular, crusted areas on the skin. It can be cured with topical or antifungal medication, and careful cleaning of frequently used areas in the house.
What are the symptoms of Scabies in dogs and how is it treated?
The symptoms of Scabies in dogs include itching, hives, bumps, chewing at the skin which becomes dark, and thick with hair loss. To get rid of mites at home, you should disinfect the dog’s bedding. Your vet will prescribe injections or oral medicine together with medicated dips and baths. Contact your doctor if you yourself have scabies symptoms.
What are the signs of Lyme disease in dogs and people, and how can it be prevented?
The signs of Lyme disease in dogs are joint inflammation, depression, loss of appetite, and kidney damage. For people, Lyme disease spreads after 36-48 hours of tick attachment. Bulls-eye rash may occur but you may not see symptoms for a while. There is a vaccine for dogs but not for people. To avoid infection, regularly check your dog’s hair and yourself for ticks. Protect your dog with anti-tick topicals and keep carpets well-vacuumed.
How can Leptospirosis be prevented?
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that can cause damage to the liver, kidneys, and in rare cases, death. You can protect your dog by vaccination, especially if you live in wet places or in Hawaii. A person can become infected from a dog through urine, for example, in a pool.
How can Salmonellosis be prevented?
Salmonellosis causes GI upset in humans and dogs, in some cases even death. Not sterilized or heat-processed raw diets can contain Salmonella bacteria together with Campylobacter and E Coli. Keep kids away from the place where the dog eats food to avoid contamination.
