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Can I get Salmonella from my cat?

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Created: 2022-04-17 01:00:14

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People usually contract salmonellosis by eating contaminated food, such as undercooked chicken or eggs, but it is possible to contract the disease from infected cats, which can carry Salmonella bacteria and pass them in their stool.


Can humans get Salmonella from cats?

Cats can spread salmonella to humans. This infection may cause fevers, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and other symptoms in humans. Cats may not have any symptoms from salmonella, so handlers may not realize the risk.

Can humans catch a virus from cats?

Although cats are great companions, cat owners should be aware that sometimes cats can carry harmful germs that can cause a variety of illnesses in people, ranging from minor skin infections to serious illnesses.

How is Salmonella transmitted from animals to humans?

Salmonellosis is an infection with a bacteria called Salmonella, Salmonella live in the intestinal tracts of animals, including birds. Salmonella are usually transmitted to humans by eating foods contaminated with animal feces.

Can you catch anything from a cat?

The answer is yes. There are actually a number of diseases you can contract catch from your cat, known broadly as zoonotic diseases. The word “zoonotic” is used to describe any disease that is transmittable from animals to humans. The best known and most feared example of a zoonotic disease is rabies.

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