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Can dogs get sick from being around chickens?

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Created: 2022-06-15 23:15:38

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Yes, dogs can get aspergillosis from being exposed to a chickens' environment that it is present in. Canine aspergillosis is caused by a fungus, aspergillus fumigatus, that can be found in an unhealthy chicken's environment. A dog can become infected by inhaling the spores. 11 нояб. 2021 г.


Can dogs get illness from chickens?

YES! Dogs can get Salmonella infection from chickens and other animals carrying the bacteria, by exposure to contaminated excretions (mostly poop!) or by eating contaminated meat.

Can chicken poop make a dog sick?

Dogs eating chicken poop may gross you out, but it's not toxic to them. However, that doesn't mean you can simply let them eat feces all they want. In fact, dogs can get sick from it – not because of the chicken poop itself but from the pathogens and parasites that may exist in the feces.

Can dogs get respiratory infections from chickens?

For example, germs and disease can be passed through the air, being inhaled by your dog when near a chicken coop. But this is very rare, and in truth, providing your chickens and hens are healthy, it's unlikely that chickens can make your dog sick.

Can dogs be around chickens?

Chickens and dogs might not seem like the most compatible species, but with an early start, some good training and a watchful eye, many dogs can live harmoniously with a flock of chickens.

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