Cats can catch coccidia the same way humans do: from contact with feces or by eating infected animals, such as rodents. Contact with feces need not be direct, since one cat can easily track the microscopic spores out of the litter box, and all over the house, to infect others.
How long is coccidia contagious in cats?
However, the good news for toxoplasmosis is that cats only shed this parasite for around 7 days after the first time they're exposed. So although repeat exposure may cause your cat to become sick, it would be unlikely that they would be at risk of exposing other pets or people in your house to the parasite.
How do you stop coccidia from spreading?
Control and Prevention1In addition to treatment, appropriate sanitation is helpful in preventing spread of coccidiosis in kennels and catteries.2Oocysts sporulate quickly once in the environment; daily removal of feces can aid in the prevention of coccidiosis.Coccidia - Companion Animal Parasite Council
How do indoor cats get coccidia?
Cats become infected by swallowing soil that contains coccidia or other substances in the environment that may contain cat feces It is also possible that rodents could eat the coccidia and contract a “resting” stage of the parasite.
Is coccidia spread through saliva?
What causes coccidia in dogs? Dogs usually contract coccidia orally, by ingesting fecal matter. Fecal material can contaminate food and water sources, introducing the protozoa to canine hosts.
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