Leni K. Kaplan, of Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine, told the Times that pet owners shouldn't let their dog kiss a person's mouth, nose, and eyes, through which certain pathogens, including salmonella and E.coli, can be transmitted. 27 окт. 2016 г.
What diseases can you get from a dog licking you?
You can get these from dog kisses or from contact with infected feces. These include bacteria and parasites, like Salmonella, Pasteurella, Campylobacter, Cryptosporidium, Leptospira, Giardia, ringworm, and hookworm.
What happens if you get licked by a dog?
“That said, bacteria can be transmitted through dog licks, so the behavior is not completely without risk.” Dog saliva does contain a bacteria called Capnocytophaga in their mouths that in very very rare cases can cause an infection in humans with weakened immune systems.
Is dog saliva harmful for humans?
A dog's saliva is not cleaner than ours. Humans have a different strain of this bacteria, Porphyromonas gingivalis. Both of these bacteria cause our mouths to be considered “dirty” and can cause dental issues for both humans and dogs.
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