How Are Zoonoses Prevented?
Labels Zoonoses
Because household pets may carry zoonotic organisms, pet owners should
keep their animals healthy and vaccinated to avoid infection. Some other
ways people can protect against zoonoses include the following:
keep their animals healthy and vaccinated to avoid infection. Some other
ways people can protect against zoonoses include the following:
- Have pets regularly examined by a veterinarian
- Avoid contact with stray, unfamiliar, or wild animals
- Clean litter boxes daily and animal cages frequently to prevent the
growth of bacteria and parasites - Have someone who does not have a weakened immune system and
is not pregnant empty pet litter boxes, bathe pets, clean pet cages,
and pick up pet feces - Cook meat until it is no longer pink inside and the juices run clear
- Wash hands with soap and warm water after handling animals and
before eating - Clear brush and other areas around the house where rodents might
live - Avoid storing food or trash in an area where it could attract
animals - Wear long sleeves and long pants when outdoors, especially in
wooded areas, to discourage tick and mosquito bites - Use insect and mosquito repellent
- Examine the body and pets for ticks after spending time outside in
areas where ticks are found
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